Aev Traumahawk recalled over injury risk

Recall date

February 27, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Halcore Group, Inc. recalls 2017 Aev Traumahawk

Recall number

17V120000

Brand / firm

Aev

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 16 units

Why it was recalled

The improperly tightened banjo bolts may result in a partial or complete loss of rear brake power, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Halcore Group, Inc. (Halcore) is recalling certain 2017 American Emergency Vehicle (AEV) Traumahawk Type I ambulances built on Ford F-350, F-450, or F-550 chassis equipped with Compressible Liquid Adaptive Suspension Systems (C.L.A.S.S.) made by LiquidSpring. Due to an incorrect torque specification, the rear brake caliper banjo bolts may have been overtightened.

What to do

Halcore will notify owners, and LiquidSpring dealers will replace the rear brake banjo bolts, free of charge. The recall began on March 13, 2017. Owners may contact LiquidSpring customer service at 1-765-474-7816 extension 1 or at service@liquidspring.com or AEV customer service at 1-800-374-9749.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.