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2005 Pierce Quantum problems

The most common problem on the 2005 Pierce Quantum is body and structure. Its complaint count is close to a typical Quantum model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
1
Recalls
5
Service bulletins
332 warranty
Worst area
Body

The worst 2005 Pierce Quantum problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Body
    1

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  • Body
    1

Recalls 5

Electrical system: softwareReported January 2, 2019 · 994 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2004-2018 Arrow XT, Dash, Enforcer, Impel, Quantum and Velocity aerial vehicles. The aerial device may unexpectedly rotate to the right when the ladder is being extended.
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.
Remedy
Pierce will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the aerial control module, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2019. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1‑888‑974‑3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B295.

Recall number 19V022000 · Recall details

Power train: axle assembly: axle shaftReported May 30, 2017 · 225 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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.
Risk
Axle shafts that are not properly heat treated may break and potentially disable the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.

Recall number 17V348000 · Recall details

Structure: body: doorReported November 10, 2011 · 59 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Pierce manufacturing (pierce) is recalling certain model year 2005, 2008-2011 arrow xt, custom contender, dash, enforcer, impel, quantum, saber, and velocity 75 foot hal (heavy aluminum ladder) fire apparatus bodies vehicles manufactured from may 17,2005, through october 13, 2011, that may be equipped with dual scba cylinder storage compartments. These compartments extend inboard horizontally from the side of the rear body. The scba compartment door latch orientation may have been manufactured incorrectly, allowing the door to accidentally open while the vehicle is in motion. The door may open without warning and without knowledge to the driver.
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.
Remedy
Pierce dealers will notify owners, and will install a flat reinforcement plate that spans the length of the scba door. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on december 5, 2011. Owners may contact pierce at 1‑920‑832‑3000.

Recall number 11V551000 · Recall details

Service brakes, air: supply: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsReported August 10, 2005 · 150 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain fire trucks, interference may occur between the aerial front axle interlock sensor bracket and the front air brake hose. This condition occurs during full turn steering and full suspension jounce compression.
Risk
This interference may cause chafing leading to a potential front air brake hose failure. In the event of a front brake hose failure, loss of front braking will occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will remove the existing front axle interlock sensor bracket and install a new bracket in a new location avoiding the front axle brake hose. The recall began on october 13, 2005. Owners may contact pierce at 920‑832‑3249.

Recall number 05V355000 · Recall details

SuspensionReported May 12, 2005 · 49 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Certain fire trucks equipped with holland/neway air suspension systems, a transverse beam castings may fracture under normal loads. If a casting breaks when the vehicle is traveling on a roadway there is the potential for pieces of the casting to become projectiles and the suspension?s transverse beam may drop down low enough to contact the road surface.
Risk
This will cause sparks that could potentially ignite and cause a fire.
Remedy
Holland is handling the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Dealers will inspect and replace the defective transverse beam assemblies free of charge. Owners may contact holland at 616‑396‑6501 or pierce at 1‑888‑974‑3723.

Recall number 05V220000 · Recall details

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Technical service bulletins for the 2005 Pierce Quantum 33

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

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What 2005 Pierce Quantum owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Sep 22, 2017 · Body · 68,375 miles · WI · 1 injury

After parking the truck when the driver opened his door the steps did not open up and he fell to the ground. After investigating the accident we found that the actuating rod that raised and lowers the steps was bent and prevented the steps from lowering. We feel that the system should have a fail safe and there should be a larger warning label that can be seen from the riding position.

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Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2005 Pierce Quantum, close to a typical Quantum model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2005 Pierce Quantum?

Body and structure, with 1 complaint.

How many recalls does the 2005 Pierce Quantum have?

5 recalls, covering electrical system, power train and structure.

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