2019 Braun Ambulances Super Chief recalls

Defect: Braun Ambulances (Braun) is recalling certain 2014-2022 Chief XL, Express, Express Plus, Liberty, Patriot, Signature, Super Chief, and TLC vehicles. Excessive voltage may damage the condenser fan relay, resulting in failure and overheating of the Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) system.

Why it matters: HVAC system failure from overheating can increase the risk of a fire.

Dealers will replace the relay and install a diode, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 15, 2023. Owners may contact Braun's customer service at 1-877-344-9990. Braun's number for this recall is 2022-02.

Owner notification: December 15, 2022 · Filing manufacturer: Braun Ambulances

Defect: Braun Ambulance (Braun) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Chief XL, Express, Express Plus, Liberty, Super Chief, TLC, and Signature Series ambulances. The rear door top striker bolts may become loose and dislodge while the vehicle is in motion.

Why it matters: Dislodged striker bolts can cause the rear door latch to fail, allowing the door to open during a crash, and increasing the risk of injury.

Dealers will inspect and replace the striker bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 17, 2022. Owners may contact Braun's customer service at 1-877-344-9990. Braun's number for this recall is 22-001.

Owner notification: October 17, 2022 · Filing manufacturer: Braun Ambulances

Defect: Braun Ambulances (Braun) is recalling certain 2019 Chief XL Type I and 2019-2020 Chief XL Type III, 2018-2020 Express Plus Type I and 2019 Express Type III, Liberty Type I, Raider Type I and Super Chief ambulances. The lighting and HVAC display may lock up affecting functions like the back up camera, emergency warning lights, or patient care devices depending on the application.

Why it matters: The vehicle operator may not be able to read the LCD screen or use the buttons or both. If the LCD display appears blank, emergency personnel may not have immediate access to the functions and controls operated by the LCD screen which could delay emergency operations, increasing the risk of injury to a patient or increase the risk of a crash.

Braun will notify owners and dealers will remove the defective Vista IV and replace with a new Vista IV, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2020. Owners may contact Braun Ambulance customer service at 1-877-344-9990.

Owner notification: December 18, 2020 · Filing manufacturer: Braun Ambulances