Recall 14V558000: 2014 Horton Ambulance 403, 2014 Horton Ambulance 453, 2014 Horton Ambulance 457 +2 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Sep 12, 2014
- Vehicles affected
- 29
- Models
- 5
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Halcore Group, Inc. (Halcore) is recalling certain model year 2014 Horton ambulances, models 403, 453, 457, 603, and 623 manufactured February 1, 2014, and August 31, 2014, and equipped with Liquid Spring-brand aftermarket suspension kits. The mounting bracket that attaches the suspension fluid tank to the frame may fail, allowing the fluid tank to separate from the vehicle.
The risk
If the suspension fluid tank mount fractures and the tank separates from the chassis, the tank may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Halcore will notify owners, and Halcore dealers will install a re-designed bracket, free of charge. The recall began in October 2014. Owners may contact Halcore customer service at 1-614-539-8181. Owners may also contact Liquid Spring customer service at 1-765-474-7816 extension 109.
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.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2014 Horton Ambulance 403
- 2014 Horton Ambulance 453
- 2014 Horton Ambulance 457
- 2014 Horton Ambulance 603
- 2014 Horton Ambulance 623
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 14V558000
- Manufacturer
- Halcore Group, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Oct 22, 2014
- Components
- Suspension (Suspension)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology