Recall 20V323000: 2019–2020 Demers Ambulances Type I (MXP150E), 2019–2020 Demers Ambulances Type I (MXP170E)
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jun 4, 2020
- Vehicles affected
- 31
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Braun Ambulances (Braun) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Demers MXP170E Type I and MXP150E Type I ambulances built on Ram 4500 and 5500 chassis equipped with Compressible Liquid Adaptive Suspension Systems (C.L.A.S.S.), part numbers DS135RS3A, DS135RS3AF and DS135RS3-DM. The rear brake caliper flexible line may have been routed so that it contacts a suspension component, possibly causing excessive wear and a loss of rear brakes.
The risk
A worn rear brake caliper flexible line may cause brake fluid leakage which may result in a partial or complete loss of the rear brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Braun will notify owners and dealers will replace the rear brake caliper flexible lines and hardware, free of charge. The recall began July 21, 2020. Owners may contact Demers customer service at 1-800-363-7591.
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
- 2019 Demers Ambulances Type I (MXP150E)
- 2020 Demers Ambulances Type I (MXP150E)
- 2019 Demers Ambulances Type I (MXP170E)
- 2020 Demers Ambulances Type I (MXP170E)
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 20V323000
- Manufacturer
- Braun Ambulances
- Owner letters
- Jul 21, 2020
- Components
- Service brakes (Brakes); Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (Brakes); Suspension:rear (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