Demers Ambulances Type I recalled over injury risk

Recall date

June 4, 2020

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Braun Industries, Inc. recalls 2019–2020 Demers Ambulances Type I (Mxp150e), Type I (Mxp170e)

Recall number

20V323000

Brand / firm

Demers Ambulances

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 31 units

Why it was recalled

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.

What was recalled

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.

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.