Road Rescue Duramedic recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

August 17, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

REV Ambulance Group Orlando, Inc. recalls 2010–2016 Road Rescue — 6 models

Recall number

16V605000

Brand / firm

Road Rescue

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 172 units

Why it was recalled

A short circuit may result in damage to components of the vehicle's electrical system, affecting their function such as causing a loss of headlights, increasing the risk of a crash. A short circuit may also increase the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

REV Ambulance Group Orlando, INC. (REV) is recalling certain model year 2010-2016 Road Rescue Specialty Vehicle, Ultramedic, Promedic, Duramedic, Metromedic and Transmedic emergency vehicles manufactured January 1, 2010, to May 1, 2016. These vehicles are equipped with certain Class 1 ES-Key power control modules manufactured by Hale Products. The affected power control modules may not provide sufficient circuit protection depending on their combination of software and installation, possibly resulting in a short circuit.

What to do

REV will notify owners, and dealers will upgrade the software or retrofit fuses, free of charge. The recall began on November 20, 2016. Owners may contact REV customer service at 1-800-628-8178 or Hale Products Customer Service Center at 1-800-533-3569 or halecustomerservice@idexcorp.com. REV's number for this recall is Recall #16-E038.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.