Recall 03V-157: 2003 Wheeled Coach Ambulance

WHEELED COACH INDUSTRIES recall for suspension, reported to NHTSA on Apr 24, 2003, covering about 6 vehicles.

NHTSA number
03V-157
Report date
Apr 24, 2003
Vehicles affected
6
Owners notified
Apr 25, 2003

The problem

Certain ambulances built on ford f-450 cab-chassis trucks have the wrong attachment bracket on the rear air suspension components.

The risk

The bracket could fail causing a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will install the correct bracket kit. Owner notification began april 25, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact wheeled coach at 1-800-628-8178.

Notes

Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerWHEELED COACH INDUSTRIES
ComponentSuspension › Rear
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number03V157000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Wheeled Coach Ambulance2003All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 03V-157?

Certain ambulances built on ford f-450 cab-chassis trucks have the wrong attachment bracket on the rear air suspension components.

How is recall 03V-157 fixed?

Dealers will install the correct bracket kit. Owner notification began april 25, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact wheeled coach at 1-800-628-8178.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.