- The problem
- Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 1999-2013 Arrow XT, Dash, Enforcer, Quantum and Velocity fire trucks equipped with the electric All-steer rear steering option. The affected vehicles have rear steer axle shafts that were not properly heat treated.
- The risk
- Axle shafts that are not properly heat treated may break and potentially disable the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear steer axle shafts, free of charge. An interim notice was mailed on July 24, 2017. The recall began June 3, 2020. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723.
Vehicle safety record
2001 Pierce Quantum Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2001 Pierce Quantum with NHTSA, most often about the steering (1). Those complaints describe 1 crash and 4 injuries. It is covered by 4 recalls, the latest in May 2017 for the axle shaft. For comparison, the 2000 has 0 and the 2002 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Quantum year, for its age
#442 most complained-about 2001 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes
- 1
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 4
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2001 Pierce Quantum problems
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2001 Pierce Quantum recalls 4
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Pierce has decided that certain model year 1995-2008 arrow xt, dash, custom contender, lance, enforcer, pierce arrow, quantum, saber and commercial fire trucks manufactured from january 2, 1995, through january 21, 2008, contain a safety defect. These vehicles are equipped with fuel tank straps that may corrode due to winter road salt or liquid de-icing chemicals. If the fuel tank straps corrode sufficiently, the fuel tank supporting straps may fracture and the fuel tank may fall from the vehicle.
- The risk
- The vehicles may lose power and stall. In addition, the fuel tank may rupture and spill diesel fuel on the roadway. Either of these outcomes may cause a fire truck or surrounding vehicles to slip or slide on the roadway surface, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- For fire trucks that are less than 10 years old, dealers will inspect the fuel tank straps and replace them if necessary with stainless steel straps free of charge. For vehicles that are older than 10 years, pierce is not offering a free remedy, but will offer for purchase replacement fuel tanks straps and provide instructions for installation. The safety recall began on august 27, 2011. Owners may contact pierce at 1-920-832-3000.
- The problem
- Certain fire trucks with command cabs fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 207,"Seating systems." The rescue body offerings do not meet the pull test requirements. The pedestal seat was mounted by drilling and tapping the cab or body floor.
- The risk
- In the event of a crash, the pedestal seat fasteners could fail to restrain the seat, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect the seat pedestals. If the seat was mounted with tapped fasteners, the fasteners will be removed and a hole will be drilled to replace the mounting fasteners with 7/16" bolts and nuts. The recall began on august 19, 2005. Owners may contact pierce at 920-832-3249.
- The problem
- Certain fire trucks fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 207, 'Seating systems.' The seat tether restrains the seat during pull testing as the suspension components are not designed to restrain the seat on their own. The suspension seat tethers are too long.
- The risk
- The occupant will experience insufficient suspension seat restraint which could lead to personal injury or death in the event of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace suspension seat tethers with shorter tethers. The recall began on april 11, 2005. Owners may contact pierce at 1-888-974-3723.
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1 complaints about the 2001 Pierce Quantum
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
As a sergeant with the mass state police reconstruction team with a bsme degree, I'm investigating an incident whereas a pierce fire truck rolledover @ 30 mph while traveling on a flat, level, and straight roadway. Everything point to a oshkosh all steer malifunction. Pierce said the problem was cause by uneven braking, I (as an engineer) say no. All evidence points to a malfunction of the rear steer axle. I can be reached at massachusetts state police c.A.R.S. Unit[[redacted]] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.S.C. 552(B)(6). *Tr
Pierce Quantum: every year compared
All Quantum years2001 Pierce Quantum vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 Pierce Quantum | 1 | 4 | C | |
| 2001 Pierce Fire Truck | 1 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 2001 Pierce Custom Contender | 1 | 2 | F | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2001 Pierce Quantum
Does the 2001 Pierce Quantum have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2001 Pierce Quantum: axle shaft (May 2017); fuel system, other (July 2011); seats (August 2005); seats (March 2005). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Pierce Quantum?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the steering (1).
How many complaints has the 2001 Pierce Quantum had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on July 2, 2010 and the latest on July 2, 2010. Of these, 1 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 4 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2001 Pierce Quantum a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 42 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Pierce Quantum year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Pierce Quantum years have the most complaints?
2001 (1), 2005 (1), 2009 (1). See every Pierce Quantum year compared.
What should I do if my 2001 Pierce Quantum has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data