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2012 PIERCE QUANTUM Safety Overview

The 2012 PIERCE QUANTUM has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 10 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Equipment:mechanical
  • Electrical system:software
  • Structure

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as the left and/or right brackets can fail, allowing the stokes basket to fall and increasing the risk of injury.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for PIERCE QUANTUM owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2012 PIERCE QUANTUM 22V809000

Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2010-2022 Pierce Velocity, Enforcer, Arrow XT,...

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

NHTSA Recall 22V809000: The left and/or right brackets can fail, allowing the stokes basket to fall... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 10/27/2022
2012 PIERCE QUANTUM 19V022000

Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2004-2018 Arrow XT, Dash, Enforcer, Impel, Qua...

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.

NHTSA Recall 19V022000: If the aerial device moves in an unexpected direction, the ladder may... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 1/2/2019
2012 PIERCE QUANTUM 18V463000

Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2007-2017 Pierce Velocity, Impel, Arrow-XT, Qu...

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

NHTSA Recall 18V463000: If the bracket falls, it could strike a person below. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 7/11/2018
2012 PIERCE QUANTUM 17V349000

Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2012-2017 Arrow XT, Dash, Enforcer, Quantum, a...

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

NHTSA Recall 17V349000: If the sway bar detaches, the vehicle may sway more during steering... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/31/2017
2012 PIERCE QUANTUM 17V348000

Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 1999-2013 Arrow XT, Dash, Enforcer, Quantum an...

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

NHTSA Recall 17V348000: Axle shafts that are not properly heat treated may break and potentially... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/30/2017
2012 PIERCE QUANTUM 16V186000

Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain model year 2010-2016 Arrow-XT, Quantum, and Ve...

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

NHTSA Recall 16V186000: If the flashlight battery pack overheats, it can increase the risk of a fire. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 4/1/2016
2012 PIERCE QUANTUM 14V660000

Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Pierce Enforcer, Impel, Q...

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

NHTSA Recall 14V660000: If one of the lower control arm fractures, the attached wheel may separate... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 10/21/2014
2012 PIERCE QUANTUM 13V518000

Pierce Manufacturing Inc.

The absence of trailer turn signals may confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 13V518000: The absence of trailer turn signals may confuse other drivers, increasing... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 10/22/2013
2012 PIERCE QUANTUM 12V311000

PIERCE IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2012 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM AUGUST 28, 2010, THRO...

A FUEL LEAK IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE MAY RESULT IN A FIRE.

NHTSA Recall 12V311000: A FUEL LEAK IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE MAY RESULT IN A FIRE. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 6/29/2012
2012 PIERCE QUANTUM 12V080000

PIERCE IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2012 ARROW XT, DASH CF, QUANTUM AND VELOCITY EMERCENC...

IF THE VEHICLE OPERATOR RECEIVES AND IGNORES MULTIPLE WARNINGS INDICATING THE NEED FOR OPERATOR INTERVENTION, THE ENGINE MAY SHUT DOWN UNEXPECTEDLY. UNEXPECTED EMERGENCY VEHICLE ENGINE SHUTDOWN UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS COULD HAMPER RESCUE OPERATIONS AND PLACE THE PUBLIC AT RISK.

NHTSA Recall 12V080000: IF THE VEHICLE OPERATOR RECEIVES AND IGNORES MULTIPLE WARNINGS INDICATING... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 2/28/2012

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.