NHTSA Campaign 20V661000
SEAT BELTS
Issued by Braun Ambulances · Reported Oct 27, 2020 · 291 vehicles affected
What's wrong
Braun Ambulances (Braun) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Demers TSE and EXE Ambulances for a problem with the seat belt system installed in the rear medical module of the ambulance at the side-facing bench seating positions. Continued use of affected upper seat belt harness may result in a partial or complete separation from its mounting.
Consequence
Separation of the upper harness may increase the risk of injury to the occupant in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Braun Ambulances will notify owners, and dealers will remove and reinstall the harness mounting bolts with a modified configuration, free of charge. The recall began November 16, 2020. Owners may contact Braun Ambulances customer service at 1-877-344-9990.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| DEMERS | TSE | 2017 | 291 |
| DEMERS | TSE | 2018 | 291 |
| DEMERS | TSE | 2019 | 291 |
| DEMERS | TSE | 2020 | 291 |
| DEMERS AMBULANCES | EXE | 2017 | 291 |
| DEMERS AMBULANCES | EXE | 2018 | 291 |
| DEMERS AMBULANCES | EXE | 2019 | 291 |
| DEMERS AMBULANCES | EXE | 2020 | 291 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 20V661000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.