Braun Northwest is recalling certain 2020-2021 Northstar ambulances. In the event of a short circuit or wiring failure, the firmware in the vehicle multiplex system may fail to shut off the output pin, resulting in overloaded electrical circuits.
Braun Northwest – Overloaded Electrical System May Cause Fire
| Report Received Date | 01/04/2024 |
| NHTSA ID | 24V001000 |
| Consequence Summary | Overloaded electrical circuits can overheateasing the risk of fire. |
| Corrective Action | Braun Northwest will update the firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 10, 20224. Owners may contact Braun Northwest customer service at 1-877-344-9990. |
| Recall Code | NR (Not Reported) |
| Potentially Affected | 2 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=24V001000) |
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