Recall 23V331000: 2019–2023 Braun Ambulances Chief XL Type I, 2019–2023 Braun Ambulances Express Plus Type I, 2019–2023 Braun Ambulances Liberty Type I

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
May 9, 2023
Vehicles affected
35
Models
3
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Braun Ambulances (Braun) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Chief XL Type I, Express Plus Type I, and Liberty Type I ambulances built on Chevrolet medium and heavy-duty chassis. The Liquid Spring suspension systems may come in direct contact with the right rear brake line, causing excessive wear and possibly resulting in the loss of the rear brakes.

The risk

The loss of rear brake function can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace and reroute the rear brake lines, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 19, 2023. Owners may contact Braun customer service at 1-866-305-8402. Braun's number for this recall is 2023-01.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Affected vehicles

  • 2019 Braun Ambulances Chief XL Type I
  • 2020 Braun Ambulances Chief XL Type I
  • 2021 Braun Ambulances Chief XL Type I
  • 2022 Braun Ambulances Chief XL Type I
  • 2023 Braun Ambulances Chief XL Type I
  • 2019 Braun Ambulances Express Plus Type I
  • 2020 Braun Ambulances Express Plus Type I
  • 2021 Braun Ambulances Express Plus Type I
  • 2022 Braun Ambulances Express Plus Type I
  • 2023 Braun Ambulances Express Plus Type I
  • 2019 Braun Ambulances Liberty Type I
  • 2020 Braun Ambulances Liberty Type I
  • 2021 Braun Ambulances Liberty Type I
  • 2022 Braun Ambulances Liberty Type I
  • 2023 Braun Ambulances Liberty Type I

Details

NHTSA campaign
23V331000
Manufacturer campaign
2023-01
Manufacturer
Braun Ambulances
Owner letters
May 19, 2023
Components
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (Brakes)

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