2020 Braun Ambulances Liberty Recall Information and Defects
The 2020 Braun Ambulances Liberty has 2 active safety recalls issued by the NHTSA and Braun Industries, Inc.. These critical defects primarily concern defroster/defogger/hvac system, and latch. Review the full details below, including NHTSA and Manufacturer Campaign numbers.
Quick Jump to Recalls (2 Defects)
Defect #1: Defroster/defogger/hvac System Malfunction (MFR Campaign: 2022-02)
NHTSA ID: 22V911000 | MFR Campaign Number: 2022-02
Posted on: 2022-12-09
Description
Braun Ambulances (Braun) is recalling certain 2014-2022 Chief XL, Express, Express Plus, Liberty, Patriot, Signature, Super Chief, and TLC vehicles. Excessive voltage may damage the condenser fan relay, resulting in failure and overheating of the Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) system.
Consequence
HVAC system failure from overheating can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the relay and install a diode, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 15, 2023. Owners may contact Braun's customer service at
1-877-344-9990. Braun's number for this recall is 2022-02
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: Latch Malfunction (MFR Campaign: 22-001)
NHTSA ID: 22V751000 | MFR Campaign Number: 22-001
Posted on: 2022-10-07
Description
Braun Ambulance (Braun) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Chief XL, Express, Express Plus, Liberty, Super Chief, TLC, and Signature Series ambulances. The rear door top striker bolts may become loose and dislodge while the vehicle is in motion.
Consequence
Dislodged striker bolts can cause the rear door latch to fail, allowing the door to open during a crash, and increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and replace the striker bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 17, 2022. Owners may contact Braun's customer service at
1-877-344-9990. Braun's number for this recall is 22-001
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
