Halcore Group (Halcore) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 American Emergency Vehicle (AEV) Traumahawk ambulances manufactured August 1, 2016, to September 28, 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.
Halcore Group – Seats may Unexpectedly Move
Report Received Date | 09/30/2016 |
NHTSA ID | 16V703000 |
Consequence Summary | 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. |
Corrective Action | Halcore will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat tracks, free of charge. The recall began on October 29, 2016. Owners may contact AEV Warranty/Customer Service Department at 1-800-374-9749, or by email at warranty@aev.com. |
Recall Code | NR (Not Reported) |
Potentially Affected | 41 |
Fire Risk When Parked | No |
Do Not Drive | No |
Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=16V703000) |
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