2026 Braun Ambulances Chief XL Type III recalls and problems
The 2026 Braun Ambulances Chief XL Type III has 3 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Braun Ambulances dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2026 Braun Ambulances Chief XL Type III vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2026 Braun Ambulances Chief XL Type III recalls
Recall 25V-914: Electrical System
Problem: Braun Industries, Inc. (Braun Ambulances) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Chief XL I, Chief XL III, 2021-2025 Express Plus I, Liberty I, 2025 Express III, Select Chief XL I, and Super Chief I emergency vehicles equipped with a Pran system. The battery isolator may fail, causing a loss of electrical systems such as interior, exterior lighting, and patient support systems.
Risk: A loss of exterior lights can reduce the visibility of the vehicle to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. A loss of patient support systems can delay care, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Braun Service or an authorized dealer will update the software, modify wiring, and replace the battery isolator, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 12, 2026. Owners may contact Braun Ambulances' customer service at 1-877-344-9990. Braun Ambulances number for this recall is 2025-02.
Recall 24V-307: Electrical System
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.
Risk: Overloaded electrical circuits can overheat, increasing the risk of fire.
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.
Recall 24V-082: Exterior Lighting
Problem: Braun Ambulances (Braun) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Chief XL Type I, Chief XL Type III, Express Plus Type I, Express Type III, and Liberty Type I vehicles. The high contact nodes may cause the module mounted turn signals, backup alarm, brake lights, and rearview camera to turn on intermittently or fail to activate.
Risk: Failure of vital visual systems reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the node and update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 26, 2024. Owners may contact Braun customer service at 419-232-7020. Braun's number for this recall is 2024-2.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2026 Braun Ambulances Chief XL Type III have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2026 Braun Ambulances Chief XL Type III: 25V-914 (electrical system), 24V-307 (electrical system), 24V-082 (exterior lighting). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Braun Ambulances recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Braun Ambulances dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.