Recall 14V781000: 2012–2015 AEV Type 1 F-Series Ambulance
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Dec 8, 2014
- Vehicles affected
- 55
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Halcore Group, Inc. (Halcore) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 AEV Type 1 F-series manufactured January 1, 2013, to July 31, 2014. The affected vehicles are equipped with LiquidSpring-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, LiquidSpring will install a re-designed bracket, free of charge. The recall began on December 17, 2014. Owners may contact Halcore customer service at 1-614-539-8181 or LiquidSpring at 1-765-474-7816.
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
- 2012 AEV Type 1 F-Series Ambulance
- 2013 AEV Type 1 F-Series Ambulance
- 2014 AEV Type 1 F-Series Ambulance
- 2015 AEV Type 1 F-Series Ambulance
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 14V781000
- Manufacturer
- Halcore Group, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Dec 17, 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