Recalls for 2020 Braun Ambulances Liberty Type I

DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Posted on: 2023-05-09
Description
Braun ambulances (braun) is recalling certain 2019-2023 chief xl type i, express plus type i, and liberty type i ambulances built on chevrolet medium and heavy-duty chassis.  The liquid spring suspension systems may come in direct contact with the right rear brake line, causing excessive wear and possibly resulting in the loss of the rear brakes.  

Consequence
The loss of rear brake function can increase the risk of a crash.  

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace and reroute the rear brake lines, free of charge.  Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed may 29, 2023.  Owners may contact braun customer service at 1-866-305-8402.  Braun's number for this recall is 2023-01.

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.  

DEFECT #2 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Posted on: 2023-05-09
Description
Braun ambulances (braun) is recalling certain 2019-2023 chief xl type i, express plus type i, and liberty type i ambulances built on chevrolet medium and heavy-duty chassis.  The liquid spring suspension systems may come in direct contact with the right rear brake line, causing excessive wear and possibly resulting in the loss of the rear brakes.  

Consequence
The loss of rear brake function can increase the risk of a crash.  

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace and reroute the rear brake lines, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed may 19, 2023.  Owners may contact braun customer service at 1-866-305-8402.  Braun's number for this recall is 2023-01.

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.