Braun Corporation – Electric Solenoid May Short Circuit and Cause Fire

Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Ford Explorer BraunAbility MXV wheelchair accessible conversion vehicles. The switch-activated electric solenoid used to release the rear seat base latches from the floor-mounted strikers may unintentionally switch and stay on. In this case, the wires may overheat, causing the wiring insulation to melt, possibly resulting in an electrical short circuit.


Report Received Date 07/24/2019
NHTSA ID 19V546000
Consequence Summary An electrical short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action Braun has notified owners, and dealers will add timer components to the solenoid circuits, free of charge. The recall began August 7, 2019. Owners may contact Braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359.
Recall Code NR (Not Reported)
Potentially Affected 256
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V546000)

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