CarRecallWatch- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- Problem
- Braun Ambulances (Braun) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Chief XL Type I, Express Plus Type I, and Liberty Type I ambulances built on Chevrolet medium and heavy-duty chassis. The Liquid Spring suspension systems may come in direct contact with the right rear brake line, causing excessive wear and possibly resulting in the loss of the rear brakes.
- Risk
- The loss of rear brake function can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace and reroute the rear brake lines, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 19, 2023. Owners may contact Braun customer service at 1-866-305-8402. Braun's number for this recall is 2023-01.
- 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
Certain Braun ambulances built on Chevrolet medium and heavy-duty chassis may have a Liquid Spring suspension system that comes into direct contact with the right rear brake line. Over time this contact can cause excessive wear on the line.
If the brake line wears through, the rear brakes may be lost. Loss of rear brake function can increase the risk of a crash. Owners should not ignore this recall.
Authorized Braun dealers will replace and reroute the rear brake lines at no cost to you. Owner notification letters were mailed May 19, 2023. For questions, contact Braun customer service at 1-866-305-8402, and check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Braun Ambulances Chief XL Type I | 20192020202120222023 |
|---|---|
| Braun Ambulances Express Plus Type I | 20192020202120222023 |
| Braun Ambulances Liberty Type I | 20192020202120222023 |