Recall 24V-307: 2023–2024 Braun Ambulances Chief XL Type I, 2023, 2026 Braun Ambulances Chief XL Type III and 3 more
Braun Ambulances recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Apr 30, 2024, covering about 29 vehicles.
The problem
Braun Ambulances (Braun Ambulances) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Chief XL I, Chief XL III, Express Plus I, Express III, and Liberty I vehicles. In the event of a short circuit or wiring failure, the firmware in the node may fail to shut off the output pin, resulting in overloaded electrical circuits.
The risk
Overloaded electrical circuits can overheat, increasing the risk of fire.
The fix
Dealers will update the firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 17, 2024. Owners may contact Braun Ambulances customer service at 1-877-344-9990. Braun Ambulances number for this recall is 24-003.
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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Braun Ambulances |
|---|---|
| Component | Electrical System |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 24V307000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Braun Ambulances Chief XL Type I | 2023, 2024 | All years |
| Braun Ambulances Chief XL Type III | 2023, 2026 | All years |
| Braun Ambulances Express Plus Type I | 2023, 2024 | All years |
| Braun Ambulances Express Type III | 2023, 2024 | All years |
| Braun Ambulances Liberty Type I | 2023, 2024 | All 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 24V-307?
Braun Ambulances (Braun Ambulances) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Chief XL I, Chief XL III, Express Plus I, Express III, and Liberty I vehicles. In the event of a short circuit or wiring failure, the firmware in the node may fail to shut off the output pin, resulting in overloaded electrical circuits.
How is recall 24V-307 fixed?
Dealers will update the firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 17, 2024. Owners may contact Braun Ambulances customer service at 1-877-344-9990. Braun Ambulances number for this recall is 24-003.
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.