Rev Ambulance Group Orlando, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #20V284000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20V284000 by Rev Ambulance Group Orlando, Inc.. Affecting 2018-2020 type 1 ambulances built on ram 4500 and 5500 chassis equipped with compressible liquid adaptive suspension systems (c Includes 59 affected units, Brake Line Routing May Cause Wear and Fluid Leak, component: SERVICE BRAKES, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2018-2020 type 1 ambulances built on ram 4500 and 5500 chassis equipped with compressible liquid adaptive suspension systems (c

Defect Summary

Rev ambulance group orlando, inc. (rev) is recalling certain 2018-2020 type 1 ambulances built on ram 4500 and 5500 chassis equipped with compressible liquid adaptive suspension systems (c.l.a.s.s.), part numbers ds135rs3a, ds135rs3af and ds135rs3-dm. the rear brake caliper flexible line may have been routed so that it contacts a suspension component, possibly causing excessive wear and a loss of rear brakes.

Corrective Action

Rev will notify owners, and dealers will dealers inspect the rear brake caliper flexible lines for wear and install a kit to modify the rear brake caliper flexible line mounting, and if necessary, a kit to replace worn brake lines, free of charge. the recall began july 15, 2020. owners may contact rev customer service at 1-855-661-9232.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 20V284000
Report Received Date: 2020-05-20T00:00:00
Subject: Brake line routing may cause wear and fluid leak
Component: Service Brakes
Potentially Affected Units: 59

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Rev ambulance group orlando, inc. (rev) is recalling certain 2018-2020 type 1 ambulances built on ram 4500 and 5500 chassis equipped with compressible liquid adaptive suspension systems (c.l.a.s.s.), part numbers ds135rs3a, ds135rs3af and ds135rs3-dm. the rear brake caliper flexible line may have been routed so that it contacts a suspension component, possibly causing excessive wear and a loss of rear brakes.
Consequence Summary: A worn rear brake caliper flexible line may cause brake fluid leakage which may result in a partial or complete loss of the rear brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Rev will notify owners, and dealers will dealers inspect the rear brake caliper flexible lines for wear and install a kit to modify the rear brake caliper flexible line mounting, and if necessary, a kit to replace worn brake lines, free of charge. the recall began july 15, 2020. owners may contact rev customer service at 1-855-661-9232.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 84.75

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NHTSA ID: 20V284000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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