Recall 26V-533: 2025–2026 Horton Critical Care Transport, 2025–2026 Horton Type I and 1 more
Halcore Group, Inc. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Aug 14, 2026, covering about 545 vehicles.
The problem
Halcore Group, Inc. (Halcore) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Horton Type I, Type III, and Critical Care ambulances. The touchscreen display may stop responding to touch commands or fail to power on, preventing the activation of exterior emergency lights, as well as fire fighting and other emergency equipment.
The risk
A loss of exterior lights can reduce the visibility of the vehicle to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. Inoperative equipment can delay emergency response, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Weldon Division of Akron will update the firmware and repair the power line, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 5, 2026. Owners may contact Weldon customer service at 1-800-228-1161 or Halcore customer service at 1-800-447-0343.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Halcore Group, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment › Emergency › Fire Supression Equipment › Electrical › Infotainment › Video (Touch)screen/Monitor/Unit Equipment › Emergency › Siren/Lighting/Strobes › Controls |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 26V533000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Horton Critical Care Transport | 2025, 2026 | All years |
| Horton Type I | 2025, 2026 | All years |
| Horton Type III | 2025, 2026 | 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 26V-533?
Halcore Group, Inc. (Halcore) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Horton Type I, Type III, and Critical Care ambulances. The touchscreen display may stop responding to touch commands or fail to power on, preventing the activation of exterior emergency lights, as well as fire fighting and other emergency equipment.
How is recall 26V-533 fixed?
Weldon Division of Akron will update the firmware and repair the power line, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 5, 2026. Owners may contact Weldon customer service at 1-800-228-1161 or Halcore customer service at 1-800-447-0343.
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.