2018 Lifeline Type I recalls and problems
The 2018 Lifeline Type I has 2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Lifeline dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2018 Lifeline Type I vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2018 Lifeline Type I recalls
Recall 19V-413: Equipment
Problem: Life Line Emergency Vehicles (Life Line) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford chassis-based Type I ambulances equipped with ASA Electronics Voyager monitors used to display the back-up camera image. These displays may unexpectedly revert back to the factory default settings which may cause the camera image to be reversed.
Risk: The driver may inadvertently turn the wrong direction to avoid an object behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Life Line will work with ASA to notify owners and provide a remedy, free of charge. The recall began March 29, 2019. Owners may contact ASA Electronics customer service at 1-800-384-4400 or Life Line Emergency Vehicles at 1-563-578-3317.
Recall 19V-073: Exterior Lighting
Problem: Life Line Emergency Vehicles (Life Line) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Type I and Type III ambulances built on Ford F-Series, Ford E-Series, Freightliner, Chevrolet Cutaway G-Series, Dodge Chassis Cab, Navistar and Kenworth chassis, equipped with Whelen accessory brake lights. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, the brake lights may falsely illuminate even without the brake pedal being pressed.
Risk: If the brake lights falsely illuminate, other drivers could become confused, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Life Line will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lights, free of charge. The recall began May 1, 2019. Owners may contact Life Line customer service at 1-563-578-3317, extension 132.
Other Lifeline Type I years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2018 Lifeline Type I have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2018 Lifeline Type I: 19V-413 (equipment), 19V-073 (exterior lighting). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Lifeline recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Lifeline dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.