2012 Pierce Quantum Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

10 safety recalls on file

The 2012 Pierce Quantum has 10 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

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2012 Pierce Quantum recalls

Stokes Basket Brackets May Fail, Causing Basket to Fall

Recall 22V809Oct 27, 2022299 vehicles affected

Some Pierce fire trucks may have Stokes basket mounting brackets that were not welded sufficiently.

Ladder May Rotate Unexpectedly, Risking Contact With Wires or Buildings

Recall 19V022Jan 2, 2019994 vehicles affected

On certain aerial fire trucks and utility vehicles, the aerial ladder device may unexpectedly rotate to the right while it is being extended.

Aerial Bracket Can Detach and Fall on People Below

Recall 18V463Jul 11, 201817 vehicles affected

Certain emergency response vehicles with 75-foot aerial devices fitted with a 21-inch or 28-inch limited retraction bracket may have a bracket that detaches from the aerial and falls to the ground.

Rear sway bar may detach, raising crash risk

Recall 17V349May 31, 201729 vehicles affected

Certain Pierce fire trucks with the T3 rear steer option may have a rear sway bar that can detach from the vehicle.

Rear axle shafts may break and disable the truck

Recall 17V348May 30, 2017225 vehicles affected

Certain Pierce fire trucks equipped with the electric All-steer rear steering option have rear steer axle shafts that were not properly heat treated.

Flashlight Battery May Overheat and Cause a Fire

Recall 16V186Apr 1, 201636 vehicles affected

Certain Pierce fire and rescue vehicles from model years 2010 through 2012 (Arrow-XT, Quantum, and Velocity) are equipped with Pelican 9410L flashlights that use lithium ion battery packs.

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Arm

Recall 14V660Oct 21, 2014135 vehicles affected

Electrical System; Exterior Lighting:Turn Signal

Recall 13V518Oct 22, 2013349 vehicles affected

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Diesel; Fuel System, Diesel

Recall 12V311Jun 29, 2012313 vehicles affected

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Diesel

Recall 12V080Feb 28, 2012276 vehicles affected

2012 Pierce Quantum questions

Does the 2012 Pierce Quantum have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 10 safety recalls for the 2012 Pierce Quantum: Stokes Basket Brackets May Fail, Causing Basket to Fall; Ladder May Rotate Unexpectedly, Risking Contact With Wires or Buildings; Aerial Bracket Can Detach and Fall on People Below; Rear sway bar may detach, raising crash risk; Rear axle shafts may break and disable the truck. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

How do I check if a recall on my 2012 Pierce Quantum has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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