Horton Type I recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

March 4, 2020

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Halcore Group, Inc. recalls 2016–2019 Horton Type I, Type III

Recall number

20V128000

Brand / firm

Horton

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 18 units

Why it was recalled

An electrical short circuit increases the risk of a fire or a shock hazard.

What was recalled

Halcore Group, Inc. (Halcore) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Horton Emergency Vehicles Type I and Type III ambulances. The A/C input power cord for the Sensata inverter may be undersized for certain inverter applications, possibly resulting in an electrical short circuit.

What to do

Halcore has notified owners, instructing them to contact Sensata for a replacement power cord, free of charge. The recall began March 10, 2020. Owners may contact Halcore customer service at 1-800-447-0343.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.