2020 Horton Type III recalls and problems
The 2020 Horton Type III has 3 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Horton dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2020 Horton Type III vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2020 Horton Type III recalls
Recall 20V-745: Electrical System
Problem: Halcore Group, Inc. (Halcore) is recalling certain 2020 Horton Emergency Vehicles Type I and III and ambulances equipped with Weldon i4G Vivtech Displays. The processor that runs the display may stop functioning without warning, causing items operated through the control panel to not function.
Risk: If the control panel stops functioning, a delay in emergency services may occur, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Halcore will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the i4G Vivtech rear and/or front display within the serial number range, free of charge. The recall began December 8, 2020. Owners may contact Halcore customer service at 1-800-447-0343.
Recall 20V-291: Service Brakes, Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Suspension
Problem: Halcore Group, Inc. (Halcore) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Horton Emergency Vehicles (HEV) Type I & Type III ambulances built on a Ram 4500 or 5500 chassis and equipped with Compressible Liquid Adaptive Suspension Systems (C.L.A.S.S.), part numbers DS135RS3A, DS135RS3AF, DS135RS3-DM. The rear brake caliper flexible line may have been routed so that it contacts a suspension component, possibly causing excessive wear and a loss of rear brakes. The affected system component is the rear brake caliper flexible line which may be causing brake caliper to wear due to contact suspension components.
Risk: A worn rear brake caliper flexible line may cause brake fluid leakage which may result in a partial or complete loss of the rear brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Halcore will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear brake caliper flexible lines for wear and install a kit to modify the rear brake caliper flexible line mounting, and if necessary, a kit to replace worn brake lines, free of charge. This recall began June 5, 2020. Owners may contact Halcore customer service at 1-800-447-0343.
Recall 19V-608: Air Bags
Problem: Halcore Group, Inc. (Halcore) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Horton Type I and Type III Emergency vehicles. Due to improper manufacturing, the cushion of the Inflatable Head Cushion (IHC) and Knee Air Bag (KAB) may detach during a deployment event and not inflate.
Risk: In the event of a crash, if the cushions do not inflate properly, they may not provide the intended protection to the occupant, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Halcore will notify owners and dealers will install replacement air bags when they become available, free of charge. Halcore issued owners an interim notification on September 6, 2019. The recall began September 20, 2019. Owners may contact Halcore customer service at 1-800-447-0343.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2020 Horton Type III have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2020 Horton Type III: 20V-745 (electrical system), 20V-291 (service brakes, service brakes, hydraulic, suspension), 19V-608 (air bags). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Horton recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Horton dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.