repaired · 2024 Q2
Equipment: mechanical
Risk. The left and/or right brackets can fail, allowing the stokes basket to fall and increasing the risk of injury.
2011 Pierce QuantumProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 0 owner complaints about the 2011 Pierce Quantum. It is covered by 12 safety recalls, and for recall 16V-186 the manufacturer reports only 3% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 27, 2022. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2011 Pierce Quantum has problems
0 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
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Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
12 recalls
2011 Pierce Quantum recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2022 Q3
Electrical system: software
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…
repaired · 2020 Q3
Structure
Risk. If the bracket falls, it could strike a person below.
repaired · 2022 Q1
Axle assembly: axle shaft
Risk. Axle shafts that are not properly heat treated may break and potentially disable the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2017 Q3
Equipment
Risk. If the flashlight battery pack overheats, it can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2016 Q1
Vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal
Risk. If the springs break, the pedal may not return to idle once the driver lifts their foot off the pedal.
repaired · 2015 Q3
Control arm: lower arm
Risk. If one of the lower control arm fractures, the attached wheel may separate, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2015 Q3
Electrical system
Risk. The absence of trailer turn signals may confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
no report yet
Engine: diesel
Risk. A FUEL LEAK IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE MAY RESULT IN A FIRE.
no report yet
Engine: diesel
Risk. IF THE VEHICLE OPERATOR RECEIVES AND IGNORES MULTIPLE WARNINGS INDICATING THE NEED FOR OPERATOR INTERVENTION, THE ENGINE MAY SHUT DOWN UNEXPECTEDLY.
no report yet
Body: door
Risk. IF THE DOOR OPENS, THE SCBA CYLINDERS MAY FALL OUT OF THE COMPARTMENT AND ONTO THE ROADWAY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH OR INJURY TO PEDESTRIANS.
no report yet
Electronic stability control (ESC)
Risk. IF THE DRIVER IS SLOW TO REACT DURING THIS ESC INTERVENTION, THE VEHICLE MAY DEVIATE FROM THE INTENDED LINE OF TRAVEL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Pierce.
Best & worst years
2011 vs. every other Quantum year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Quantum median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
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