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2014–2022 Braun Ambulances Chief XL, Braun Ambulances Express, Braun Ambulances Express Plus +more: Visibility recall

NHTSA campaign 22V911000 · 1,321 units potentially affected · filed Dec 9, 2022

What's wrong

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.

The fix

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.

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.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
22V911000
Manufacturer no.
2022-02
Manufacturer
Braun Ambulances
Component
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Units affected
1,321
Report received
Dec 9, 2022
Owner letters
Dec 15, 2022
Type
Vehicle

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