E-one Typhoon recalled over injury risk

Recall date

August 3, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

E-One Incorporated recalls 2015 E-one Typhoon

Recall number

16V578000

Brand / firm

E-one

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 1 units

Why it was recalled

Uintended turning on or off of any or multiple accessories such as emergency beacons or automatic snow chains can increase the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

E-One Incorporated (E-One) is recalling one model year 2015 Typhoon emergency vehicle manufactured March 16, 2015, to October 30, 2015, equipped with a Class 1 Ultraview Touchscreen manufactured by Hale Products. The touchscreen may experience false switch activations that can happen without the operator's knowledge causing accessories to turn on or off.

What to do

E-One has notified the owner and updated touchscreen software has been installed, free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2016. Owners may contact E-One customer service at 1-904-237-1122.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.