Pierce Quantum problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 0 owner complaints and 33 recalls on file for the Pierce Quantum (2005–2024).

Complaints
0
Recalls
33
Model years
20
Worst year
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Complaints by model year

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NHTSA complaints per Pierce Quantum model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Every Pierce Quantum model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
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Pierce Quantum recalls

  • Recall 24V905000Dec 2, 20248 vehiclesModel years 2023–2024

    Risk: The tires can separate from the wheels, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 22V809000Oct 27, 2022299 vehiclesModel years 2010–2022

    Risk: The left and/or right brackets can fail, allowing the stokes basket to fall and increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 22V590000Aug 5, 2022514 vehiclesModel years 2021–2022

    Risk: A fractured steering gear can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 22V032000Jan 26, 2022243 vehiclesModel years 2015–2021

    Risk: A high pressure fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 21V394000May 26, 20212,416 vehiclesModel years 2017–2021

    Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 20V571000Sep 22, 2020405 vehiclesModel years 2018–2020

    Risk: Unintended movement of the aerial device can increase the risk of injury.

  • Recall 19V562000Jul 31, 2019174 vehiclesModel years 2019

    Risk: In the event of a crash, if the KAB does not inflate properly, it may not provide the intended protection to the occupant, increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 19V022000Jan 2, 2019994 vehiclesModel years 2005–2018

    Risk: If the aerial device moves in an unexpected direction, the ladder may contact an object, such as a building or an electrical wire, increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 18V756000Oct 26, 2018717 vehiclesModel years 2017–2018

    Risk: If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 18V463000Jul 11, 201817 vehiclesModel years 2007–2017

    Risk: If the bracket falls, it could strike a person below.

  • Recall 18V050000Jan 11, 2018123 vehiclesModel years 2015–2016

    Risk: A reduction in water pressure may hinder fire fighting efforts, increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 17V570000Sep 14, 201756 vehiclesModel years 2015–2016

    Risk: If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 17V455000Jul 18, 201765 vehiclesModel years 2016–2017

    Risk: If the fire truck cannot pump water during a fire emergency, there would be an increased risk of injury.

  • Recall 17V349000May 31, 201729 vehiclesModel years 2012–2017

    Risk: If the sway bar detaches, the vehicle may sway more during steering maneuvers, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 17V348000May 30, 2017225 vehiclesModel years 2005–2013

    Risk: Axle shafts that are not properly heat treated may break and potentially disable the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 16V585000Aug 5, 2016470 vehiclesModel years 2015–2016

    Risk: If the power output cannot be changed, once the fire truck arrives at the scene, it may not be able to pump water to aid in extinguishing the fire, increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 16V390000Jun 1, 2016114 vehiclesModel years 2015–2016

    Risk: If the strainer and/or debris enters the pump, and the operator is forced to shut down the pump, reducing firefighting effectiveness, there could be an increased risk of injury.

  • Recall 16V186000Apr 1, 201636 vehiclesModel years 2010–2016

    Risk: If the flashlight battery pack overheats, it can increase the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 16V123000Mar 2, 2016239 vehiclesModel years 2016

    Risk: If the cap was not properly tightened, the cap may detach from the vehicle and become a road hazard. Additionally, the universal joint may separate and the vehicle may not be able to be driven, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 15V760000Nov 16, 2015186 vehiclesModel years 2013–2015

    Risk: An unexpected surge in water pressure to the fire hose can increase the risk of injury to the hose operator or those nearby.

  • Recall 15V615000Oct 1, 2015910 vehiclesModel years 2006–2007

    Risk: The contamination may cause premature ball joint failure and the wheel to disengage from the control arm, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

  • Recall 15V516000Aug 13, 2015191 vehiclesModel years 2014–2015

    Risk: If the driveshaft disconnects from the vehicle, the vehicle would have a loss of drive, disabling it on the roadway and preventing the vehicle from responding to an emergency. Additionally, portions of the driveshaft could become a road hazard. These scenarios may increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 15V511000Aug 12, 201512 vehiclesModel years 2014–2015

    Risk: If the headlights flicker and do not provide steady illumination, other drivers may be confused and the driver may have reduced visibility, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

  • Recall 14V778000Dec 8, 2014185 vehiclesModel years 2008–2011

    Risk: If the springs break, the pedal may not return to idle once the driver lifts their foot off the pedal. This unintended acceleration increases the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 14V660000Oct 21, 2014135 vehiclesModel years 2009–2013

    Risk: If one of the lower control arm fractures, the attached wheel may separate, increasing the risk of a crash.

Other Pierce models

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology