Frontline Type III recalled over injury risk

Recall date

October 7, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

REV Ambulance Group Orlando, Inc. recalls 2016–2017 Frontline Type III, Type I

Recall number

16V718000

Brand / firm

Frontline, Wheeled Coach, Mccoy Miller, Road Rescue, Marque

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 39 units

Why it was recalled

In the event of a crash, the seat may move forward at a high rate of speed, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.

What was recalled

REV Ambulance Group Orlando, INC (REV) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Marque Type III, Road Rescue Type I, Road Rescue Type III, Wheeled Coach Type I, Wheeled Coach Type III, Frontline Type I, Frontline Type III, McCoy Miller Type I, and McCoy Miller Type III ambulances manufactured January 1, 2016, to September 30, 2016. Due to a problem with the seat tracks, the attendant seat(s) on the affected vehicles may unexpectedly move in a rapid deceleration event such as a crash.

What to do

REV will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat tracks, free of charge. The recall began on November 20, 2016. Owners may contact REV customer service at 1-800-628-8178.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.