Braun Industries, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #20V323000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20V323000 by Braun Industries, Inc.. Affecting 2019-2020 demers mxp170e type i and mxp150e type i ambulances built on ram 4500 and 5500 chassis equipped with compressible liquid adaptive suspension systems (c Includes 31 affected units, Brake Line Routing May Cause Wear and Fluid Leak, component: SERVICE BRAKES, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2019-2020 demers mxp170e type i and mxp150e type i ambulances built on ram 4500 and 5500 chassis equipped with compressible liquid adaptive suspension systems (c

Defect Summary

Braun ambulances (braun) is recalling certain 2019-2020 demers mxp170e type i and mxp150e type i 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

Braun will notify owners and dealers will replace the rear brake caliper flexible lines and hardware, free of charge. the recall began july 21, 2020. owners may contact demers customer service at 1-800-363-7591.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 20V323000
Report Received Date: 2020-06-04T00:00:00
Subject: Brake line routing may cause wear and fluid leak
Component: Service Brakes
Potentially Affected Units: 31

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Braun ambulances (braun) is recalling certain 2019-2020 demers mxp170e type i and mxp150e type i 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: Braun will notify owners and dealers will replace the rear brake caliper flexible lines and hardware, free of charge. the recall began july 21, 2020. owners may contact demers customer service at 1-800-363-7591.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 87.1

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NHTSA ID: 20V323000
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