Recall 17V616000: 2016 Braun Braunability MXV
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Oct 3, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- 308
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain model year 2016 BraunAbility MXV wheelchair accessible conversion vehicles built on Ford Explorer chassis. If the driver or front passenger seat is moved to its most rearward position, the seat position sensor may be dislodged, preventing the air bag control unit from accurately calculating the frontal air bag deployment force needed in the event of a crash.
The risk
In the event of a crash, if the frontal air bag does not deploy with the proper force, the occupants have an increased risk of injury.
The fix
Braun will notify owners, and dealers will modify the seat base pedestals to provide the necessary clearance for the seat position sensor, free of charge. The recall began on November 20, 2017. Owners may contact Braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359.
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
- 2016 Braun Braunability MXV
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 17V616000
- Manufacturer
- Braun Corporation
- Owner letters
- Nov 20, 2017
- Components
- Air bags:frontal (Airbags); Seats (Seats & Seat Belts)
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