Braun Corporation | NHTSA Recall #10V164000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 10V164000 by Braun Corporation. Includes 834 affected units, REAR SUSPENSION SPRING HAT RETROFIT, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

The braun corporation is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 chrysler town & country and dodge caravan mobility conversions which were altered by braun between january 21, 2009 and march 19, 2010. during conversion, the chassis was raised and the floor was lowered to accommodate wheelchair accessibility features. in raising the chassis, the rear spring hats come into closer proximity to the rear tires. in rough or aggressive driving situations the tires may intermittently contact the rear spring hats.

Corrective Action

Braun will notify owners and repair the vehicles free of charge. the safety recall began on june 4, 2010. owners may contact braun toll-free at 1-800-488-0359.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 10V164000

Manufacturer: Braun Corporation

Report Received Date: 2010-04-23T00:00:00

Subject: Rear suspension spring hat retrofit

Component: Suspension

Potentially Affected Units: 834

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: The braun corporation is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 chrysler town & country and dodge caravan mobility conversions which were altered by braun between january 21, 2009 and march 19, 2010. during conversion, the chassis was raised and the floor was lowered to accommodate wheelchair accessibility features. in raising the chassis, the rear spring hats come into closer proximity to the rear tires. in rough or aggressive driving situations the tires may intermittently contact the rear spring hats.

Consequence Summary: Contact between the tire spring hat may wear a hole in the tire over time. this may result in loss of vehicle control in the event of tire pressure loss increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Braun will notify owners and repair the vehicles free of charge. the safety recall began on june 4, 2010. owners may contact braun toll-free at 1-800-488-0359.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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SID: row-s96g.6khy-wbip

NHTSA ID: 10V164000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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