Rev Ambulance Type III recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

December 21, 2023

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

REV Ambulance Group Orlando, Inc. recalls 2020–2024 Rev Ambulance Type III, Type I, Type IX

Recall number

23V873000

Brand / firm

Rev Ambulance

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 210 units

Why it was recalled

Overloaded electrical circuits can overheat, increasing the risk of fire.

What was recalled

REV Ambulance Group Orlando, Inc. (REV) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Type I, III and IX vehicles. In the event of a short circuit or wiring failure, the firmware may fail to shut off the output pin, resulting in overloaded electrical circuits.

What to do

Dealers will update the firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 15, 2024. Owners may contact REV customer service at 1-855-661-9232.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.