Medtec Ambulance Corporation | NHTSA Recall #09V442000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 09V442000 by Medtec Ambulance Corporation. Includes 14 affected units, AIRV CEILING ASSEMBLIES/HEATER ELEMENT, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Medtec ambulance is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 ad-170, fd-160 and pd-168 ambulances equipped with carrier airv ceiling units, model nos. 68rv0010ba, 68rv0012ca, and 68rv0010ea. the heater element in these assemblies may be defective which could cause the unit to create smoke or sparks.

Corrective Action

Medtec ambulance will notify owners and the ambulances will be repaired by carrier free of charge. please see carrier's defect report 09e-053. the safety recall began on november 19, 2009. owners may contact carrier at 1-877-584-7059 or medtec ambulance at 1-574-534-1318.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 09V442000

Manufacturer: Medtec Ambulance Corporation

Report Received Date: 2009-11-17T00:00:00

Subject: Airv ceiling assemblies/heater element

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 14

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 35-1570451

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Medtec ambulance is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 ad-170, fd-160 and pd-168 ambulances equipped with carrier airv ceiling units, model nos. 68rv0010ba, 68rv0012ca, and 68rv0010ea. the heater element in these assemblies may be defective which could cause the unit to create smoke or sparks.

Consequence Summary: This defect could result in a fire.

Corrective Action: Medtec ambulance will notify owners and the ambulances will be repaired by carrier free of charge. please see carrier's defect report 09e-053. the safety recall began on november 19, 2009. owners may contact carrier at 1-877-584-7059 or medtec ambulance at 1-574-534-1318.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 09V442000

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Created At: 1742808662

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