Aev Type II Ambulance recalled over injury risk

Recall date

October 23, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Halcore Group, Inc. recalls 2008–2014 Aev Type II Ambulance

Recall number

15V694000

Brand / firm

Aev

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 3,300 units

Why it was recalled

If the cable breaks, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury.

What was recalled

Halcore Group, Inc. (Halcore) is recalling certain model year 2008-2014 American Emergency Vehicle (AEV) Type II ambulances manufactured February 1, 2008, to August 1, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the flexible steel cable that connect the seat belt to the vehicle on the rearward facing attendant seat may be bent from being sat on while entering the seat. This repeated bending may result in the cable breaking.

What to do

Halcore will notify owners, and dealers will replace the flexible steel cable with a sleeve encased webbed belt which allows flexibility, free of charges. The recall is expected to begin on December 7, 2015. Owners may contact AEV customer service at 1-800-374-9749 or warranty@aev.com.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.