Recall 21V183000: 2019–2021 Demers Ambulances MX170E Ford E-Series, 2019–2020 Demers Ambulances Type I (MXP170E)

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Mar 17, 2021
Vehicles affected
12
Models
2
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Braun Ambulances is recalling certain 2019 and 2021 MX170E Ford E-Series, and 2019-2020 MXP170E Dodge Ram 5500 Demers Ambulance vehicles equipped with a sliding attendant seat on the passenger-side of the ambulance patient compartment. The locking pin assembly in the sliding attendant seat may fail under certain loading conditions. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 207, "Seating Systems" and 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."

The risk

If the locking pin fails, the occupant may not be sufficiently restrained during a crash, increasing the risk of an injury.

The fix

Braun will notify owners and dealers will replace the locking pin assembly, free of charge. The recall began on April 2, 2021. Owners may contact Braun Ambulances customer service at 1-877-344-9990.

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 MX170E Ford E-Series
  • 2021 Demers Ambulances MX170E Ford E-Series
  • 2019 Demers Ambulances Type I (MXP170E)
  • 2020 Demers Ambulances Type I (MXP170E)

Details

NHTSA campaign
21V183000
Manufacturer
Braun Ambulances
Owner letters
Apr 2, 2021
Components
Seats (Seats & Seat Belts); Seats:critical fasteners (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