Braun Corporation | NHTSA Recall #17V616000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17V616000 by Braun Corporation. Affecting model year 2016 braunability mxv wheelchair accessible conversion vehicles built on ford explorer chassis Includes 308 affected units, Air Bag may Deploy Improperly/FMVSS 208, component: AIR BAGS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2016 braunability mxv wheelchair accessible conversion vehicles built on ford explorer chassis

Defect Summary

Braun corporation (braun) is recalling certain model year 2016 braunability mxv wheelchair accessible conversion vehicles built on ford explorer chassis. if the driver or front passenger seat is moved to its most rearward position, the seat position sensor may be dislodged, preventing the air bag control unit from accurately calculating the frontal air bag deployment force needed in the event of a crash.

Corrective Action

Braun will notify owners, and dealers will modify the seat base pedestals to provide the necessary clearance for the seat position sensor, free of charge. the recall began on november 20, 2017. owners may contact braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 17V616000
Manufacturer: Braun Corporation
Report Received Date: 2017-10-03T00:00:00
Subject: Air bag may deploy improperly/fmvss 208
Component: Air Bags
Potentially Affected Units: 308

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Braun corporation (braun) is recalling certain model year 2016 braunability mxv wheelchair accessible conversion vehicles built on ford explorer chassis. if the driver or front passenger seat is moved to its most rearward position, the seat position sensor may be dislodged, preventing the air bag control unit from accurately calculating the frontal air bag deployment force needed in the event of a crash.
Consequence Summary: In the event of a crash, if the frontal air bag does not deploy with the proper force, the occupants have an increased risk of injury.
Corrective Action: Braun will notify owners, and dealers will modify the seat base pedestals to provide the necessary clearance for the seat position sensor, free of charge. the recall began on november 20, 2017. owners may contact braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 31.49

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NHTSA ID: 17V616000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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