CarRecallWatch- Component
- LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
- Problem
- Braun Ambulance (Braun) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Chief XL, Express, Express Plus, Liberty, Super Chief, TLC, and Signature Series ambulances. The rear door top striker bolts may become loose and dislodge while the vehicle is in motion.
- Risk
- Dislodged striker bolts can cause the rear door latch to fail, allowing the door to open during a crash, and increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the striker bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 17, 2022. Owners may contact Braun's customer service at 1-877-344-9990. Braun's number for this recall is 22-001.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
The rear door top striker bolts on certain ambulances may loosen and dislodge while the vehicle is moving. When a striker bolt comes loose, the rear door latch can fail to hold the door closed.
If the rear door latch fails, the door can open during a crash, which increases the risk of injury to occupants and others. Owners should take this recall seriously and have the vehicle checked promptly.
Authorized dealers will inspect and replace the striker bolts at no cost to you. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 17, 2022. You can contact Braun Ambulance customer service at 1-877-344-9990 (recall number 22-001), and you can check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle