Rear Door Striker Bolt May Dislodge – 2018-2022 Braun Chief XL, Express, Express Plus, Liberty, Super Chief, TLC, & Signature Series Ambulances

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Braun Customer Reimbursement Plan Braun will remedy the affected units free of charge by replacing Braun striker pin 97136 with Braun striker pin 97259. Replacement is done by removing the affected pins and inspecting for obstructions in the area where the pin fastens and replacing the pin. Labor reimbursement for the inspection and repair for each ambulance replacement is 30 minutes. The replacement pins will be properly torqued and marked upon installation. Affected Part: Replacement Part: Striker Pin Striker Pin Part Number: 97136 Part Number: 97259 Please contact Braun Industries to arrange inspection and replacement of the affected striker pins in your vehicle(s). The Braun Service contact information is as follows: Phone: 877-344-9990 6:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. EDT, Email: braunservice@braunambulances.com

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IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL This notice applies to your vehicle(s) VIN, TBD Recall # 22V-751 Braun Recall Notice: 2022-01 September 29, 2022 This notice is sent to you in accordance with the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Braun Industries has decided that a safety related defect may exist with certain 2018-2022 Chief XL, Express Plus, Liberty, Super Chief, TLC, and 2018-2021 Signature Series ambulances. The rear door top striker bolts may become loose and separate from the vehicle while it is in motion. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 206, “Door Locks and Door Retention Components”. In the affected vehicles, loose pins may result in the top of the rear doors not latching or unlatching. This can result in the door not staying closed or not able to be opened during vehicle operation. The door latch may separate from the vehicle while in motion, increasing the risk of a crash. Some pins may not present an issue at initial review, but nevertheless should be inspected and if necessary remedied. You are receiving this notice because Braun records indicate you may have received shipments of affected units. Braun will remedy the affected units free of charge by replacing Braun striker pin 97136 with Braun striker pin 97259. Replacement pins are available as of October 3rd, 2022. Replacement is done by removing the affected pins and inspecting for obstructions in the area where the pin fastens and replacing the pin. Labor reimbursement for the inspection and repair for each ambulance replacement is 30 minutes. The replacement pins will be properly torqued and marked upon installation, free of charge Affected Part: Replacement Part: Striker Pin Striker Pin Part Number: 97136 Part Number: 97259 Please contact Braun Industries to arrange inspection and replacement of the affected striker pins in your vehicle(s). The Braun Service contact information is as follows: Phone: 877-344-9990 6:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. EDT, Email: braunservice@braunambulances.com It is a violation of Federal law for a dealer to deliver a new motor vehicle or any new or used item of motor vehicle equipment (including a tire) covered by the notification under a sale or lease until the defect or noncompliance is remedied. If Braun Industries is unable to arrange service as described above without charge within a 60 day period upon contacting Braun Industries, you may submit a complaint to the Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E., Washington, DC 20590 or call toll-free Auto Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov. Any lessor who receives a notification of a determination of a safety-related defect or noncompliance pertaining to any leased motor vehicle shall send a copy of such notice to the lessee of a leased motor vehicle, by first-class mail to the most recent lessee known to the lessor. Such notification shall be mailed within ten days of the lessor’s receipt of the notification from the vehicle manufacturer. This requirement applies to both initial and follow-up notifications but does not apply where the manufacturer has notified a lessor’s lessees directly. We apologize in advance for the inconvenience this issue may cause your organization. We will make every effort minimize any inconveniences and to make this as simple as possible for both our Dealers and our Customers. Sincerely, Kim Braun President – U.S. Division

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Braun Industries, Inc. 1170 Production Drive Van Wert OH 45891 Website: www.braunambulances.com | Phone: 419-232-7020 | Fax: 419-232-7070 IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL This notice applies to your vehicle(s) VIN, Recall # 22V-751 Braun Recall Notice: 2022-01 September 29, 2022 This notice is sent to you in accordance with the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Braun Industries has decided that a safety related defect may exist with certain 2018-2022 Chief XL, Express Plus, Liberty, Super Chief, TLC ambulances and 2018-2021 Signature Series ambulances. The rear door top striker bolts may become loose and separate from the vehicle while it is in motion. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 206, “Door Locks and Door Retention Components”. In the affected vehicles, loose pins may result in the top of the rear doors not latching or unlatching. This can result in the door not staying closed or not able to be opened during vehicle operation. The door latch may separate from the vehicle while in motion, increasing the risk of a crash. Some pins may not present an issue at initial review, but nevertheless should be inspected and if necessary remedied. You are receiving this notice because Braun records indicate you may have received shipments of affected units. Braun will remedy the affected units free of charge by replacing Braun striker pin 97136 with Braun striker pin 97259. Replacement pins are available as of October 3, 2022. Replacement is done by removing the affected pins and inspecting for obstructions in the area where the pin fastens and replacing the pin. Labor reimbursement for the inspection and repair for each ambulance replacement is 30 minutes. The replacement pins will be properly torqued and marked upon installation, free of charge Affected Part: Replacement Part: Striker Pin Striker Pin Part Number: 97136 Part Number: 97259 Please contact Braun Industries to arrange inspection and replacement of the affected striker pins in your vehicle(s). The Braun Service contact information is as follows: Phone: 877-344-9990 6:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. EDT, Email: braunservice@braunambulances.com It is a violation of Federal law for a dealer to deliver a new motor vehicle or any new or used item of motor vehicle equipment (including a tire) covered by the notification under a sale or lease until the defect or noncompliance is remedied. If Braun Industries is unable to arrange service as described above without charge within a 60 day period upon contacting Braun Industries, you may submit a complaint to the Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E., Washington, DC 20590 or call toll-free Auto Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov. Braun Industries, Inc. 1170 Production Drive Van Wert OH 45891 Website: www.braunambulances.com | Phone: 419-232-7020 | Fax: 419-232-7070 Any lessor who receives a notification of a determination of a safety-related defect or noncompliance pertaining to any leased motor vehicle shall send a copy of such notice to the lessee of a leased motor vehicle, by first- class mail to the most recent lessee known to the lessor. Such notification shall be mailed within ten days of the lessor’s receipt of the notification from the vehicle manufacturer. This requirement applies to both initial and follow-up notifications but does not apply where the manufacturer has notified a lessor’s lessees directly. We apologize in advance for the inconvenience this issue may cause your organization. We will make every effort minimize any inconveniences and to make this as simple as possible for both our Dealers and our Customers. Sincerely, Kim Braun President – U.S. Division

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IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL Braun Recall Notice: TBD September 29, 2022 This notice is sent to you in accordance with the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Braun Industries has decided that a safety related defect may exist with some rear door top striker bolts. Braun striker pin part number 97136 may under certain conditions become loose and dislodge from the vehicle while in service. In the affected vehicles, loose pins may result in the top of the rear doors not latching or unlatching. This can result in the door not staying closed or not able to be opened during vehicle operation. The door may not be fully latched increasing the likelihood of the door inadvertently opening in the event of a crash. Some pins may not present an issue at initial review, but nevertheless should be inspected and if necessary remedied. You are receiving this notice because Braun records indicate you may have received shipments of affected units. Braun will remedy the affected units free of charge by replacing Braun striker pin 97136 with Braun striker pin 97259. Replacement pins are available as of October 3rd, 2022. Replacement is done by removing the affected pins and inspecting for obstructions in the area where the pin fastens and replacing the pin. Labor reimbursement for the inspection and repair for each ambulance replacement is 30 minutes. The replacement pins will be properly torqued and marked upon installation. Affected Part: Replacement Part: Striker Pin Striker Pin Part Number: 97136 Part Number: 97259 Please contact Braun Industries to arrange inspection and replacement of the affected striker pins in your vehicle(s). The Braun Service contact information is as follows: Phone: 877-344-9990 6:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. EDT, Email: braunservice@braunambulances.com It is a violation of Federal law for a dealer to deliver a new motor vehicle or any new or used item of motor vehicle equipment (including a tire) covered by the notification under a sale or lease until the defect or noncompliance is remedied. If Braun Industries is unable to arrange service as described above without charge within a 60 day period upon contacting Braun Industries, you may submit a complaint to the Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E., Washington, DC 20590 or call toll-free Auto Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov. Any lessor who receives a notification of a determination of a safety-related defect or noncompliance pertaining to any leased motor vehicle shall send a copy of such notice to the lessee of a leased motor vehicle, by first-class mail to the most recent lessee known to the lessor. Such notification shall be mailed within ten days of the lessor’s receipt of the notification from the vehicle manufacturer. This requirement applies to both initial and follow-up notifications but does not apply where the manufacturer has notified a lessor’s lessees directly. We apologize in advance for the inconvenience this issue may cause your organization. We will make every effort minimize any inconveniences and to make this as simple as possible for both our Dealers and our Customers. Sincerely, Kim Braun President – U.S. Division

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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-751 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Manufacturer Name : Braun Ambulances Submission Date : SEP 30, 2022 NHTSA Recall No. : 22V-751 Manufacturer Recall No. : 22-001 Manufacturer Information : Manufacturer Name : Braun Ambulances Address : 1170 Production Drive Van Wert OH 45891 Company phone : 4192327020 Population : Number of potentially involved : 1,240 Estimated percentage with defect : 25 % Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2018-2022 Braun Ambulance Chief XL Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : ALL Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : Recall population starts and ends 1 month prior and post use of the door striker pin covered in this recall. Braun internal part code 97136 is the specific part in this recall. Total of 382 vehicles produced. 25% estimated to have this problem. All will need to be inspected. Production Dates : JUN 01, 2018 – AUG 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 2 : 2018-2022 Braun Ambulance Chief XL Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : ALL Power Train : DIESEL Descriptive Information : Recall population starts and ends 1 month prior and post use of the door striker pin covered in this recall. Braun internal part code 97136 is the specific part in this recall. Total of 251 vehicles produced. 25% estimated to have this problem. All will need to be inspected. Production Dates : JUN 01, 2018 – AUG 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-751 Page 2 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Vehicle 3 : 2018-2022 Braun Ambulance Express Vehicle Type : Body Style : ALL Power Train : DIESEL Descriptive Information : Recall population starts and ends 1 month prior and post use of the door striker pin covered in this recall. Braun internal part code 97136 is the specific part in this recall. Total of 90 vehicles produced. 25% estimated to have this problem. All will need to be inspected. Production Dates : JUN 01, 2018 – AUG 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 4 : 2018-2022 Braun Ambulance Express Plus Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : ALL Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : Recall population starts and ends 1 month prior and post use of the door striker pin covered in this recall. Braun internal part code 97136 is the specific part in this recall. Total of 115 vehicles produced. 25% estimated to have this problem. All will need to be inspected. Production Dates : JUN 01, 2018 – AUG 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 5 : 2018-2022 Braun Ambulance Express Plus Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : ALL Power Train : DIESEL Descriptive Information : Recall population starts and ends 1 month prior and post use of the door striker pin covered in this recall. Braun internal part code 97136 is the specific part in this recall. Total of 93 vehicles produced. 25% estimated to have this problem. All will need to be inspected. Production Dates : JUN 01, 2018 – AUG 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 6 : 2018-2022 Braun Ambulance Liberty Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : ALL Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : Recall population starts and ends 1 month prior and post use of the door striker pin covered in this recall. Braun internal part code 97136 is the specific part in this recall. Total of 128 vehicles produced. 25% estimated to have this problem. All will need to be inspected. Production Dates : JUN 01, 2018 – AUG 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-751 Page 3 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Vehicle 7 : 2018-2022 Braun Ambulance Liberty Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : ALL Power Train : DIESEL Descriptive Information : Recall population starts and ends 1 month prior and post use of the door striker pin covered in this recall. Braun internal part code 97136 is the specific part in this recall. Total of 10 vehicles produced. 25% estimated to have this problem. All will need to be inspected. Production Dates : JUN 01, 2018 – AUG 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 8 : 2018-2021 Braun Ambulance Signature Series Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : ALL Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : Recall population starts and ends 1 month prior and post use of the door striker pin covered in this recall. Braun internal part code 97136 is the specific part in this recall. Total of 8 vehicles produced. 25% estimated to have this problem. All will need to be inspected. Production Dates : JUN 01, 2018 – AUG 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 9 : 2018-2022 Braun Ambulance Signature Series Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : ALL Power Train : DIESEL Descriptive Information : Recall population starts and ends 1 month prior and post use of the door striker pin covered in this recall. Braun internal part code 97136 is the specific part in this recall. Total of 27 vehicles produced. 25% estimated to have this problem. All will need to be inspected. Production Dates : JUN 01, 2018 – AUG 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 10 : 2018-2022 Braun Ambulance Super Chief Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : ALL Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : Recall population starts and ends 1 month prior and post use of the door striker pin covered in this recall. Braun internal part code 97136 is the specific part in this recall. Total of 133 vehicles produced. 25% estimated to have this problem. All will need to be inspected. Production Dates : JUN 01, 2018 – AUG 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-751 Page 4 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Vehicle 11 : 2018-2022 Braun Ambulance TLC Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : ALL Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : Recall population starts and ends 1 month prior and post use of the door striker pin covered in this recall. Braun internal part code 97136 is the specific part in this recall. Total of 3 vehicles produced. 25% estimated to have this problem. All will need to be inspected. Production Dates : JUN 01, 2018 – AUG 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Description of Defect : Description of the Defect : Rear door top striker bolts are coming lose and sometimes dislodging while the vehicle is in service. FMVSS 1 : 206 – Door locks and door retention components FMVSS 2 : NR Description of the Safety Risk : Door may not latch or unlatch, which can result in the door not being able to stay close or open during vehicle operation. Door may not be fully latched, which will increase the likelyhood of the door inadvertanly opening in the even of a crash. Description of the Cause : 1. Excessive gap between reinforcement plate and inside of top header allows for area to permanently deform, removing tension on the fastener and allowing it to be loose. 2. Striker bolt not properly torqued. 3. Nut plate hung up on inside radius of top header when torqued, which will loosen from vibration and impact. 4. Body filler between nut plate and reinforcement plate. 5. Weld between nut plate and reinforcement plate. Lack of thread engagement due to excessive use of shims. Identification of Any Warning that can Occur : Striker pin may become loose or dislodge. Involved Components : Component Name 1 : Striker door latch bolt Component Description : Striker door latch bolt – upper rear Component Part Number : Internal Braun part – 97136 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-751 Page 5 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer Name : NR Address : NR NR Country : NR Chronology : May 2022 – Customer report of loose pins/pins dislodging in the field. Problem was corrected under warranty claim July 2022 – Customer report of loose pins/pins dislodging in the field. Problem was corrected under warranty claim July 2022 – transitioned to new striker pin 97259 to replace 97136, August – September 2022 – evaluated failure modes of the 91736, improved install process of new striker. Septemebr 2022 – arrived at decision to address field failures via recall and inspection/replacement of any of the 97136 strikers in the field. Description of Remedy : Description of Remedy Program : Via NHTSA Recall replace 97136 striker bolt with 97259. Visually inspect all other upper rear door nut plate/striker bolt assemblies to insure they are seated correctly and re-torque all other striker bolts. Braun will remedy the affected units free of charge by replacing Braun striker pin 97136 with Braun striker pin 97259. Replacement pins are available as of October 3rd, 2022. Replacement is done by removing the affected pins and inspecting for obstructions in the area where the pin fastens and replacing the pin. Labor reimbursement for the inspection and repair for each ambulance replacement is 30 minutes. The replacement pins will be properly torqued and marked upon installation. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : Remedy component has a longer threaded portion than that of part 97136. 97259 will protrude through the mounting block. Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : New striker pin 97259 was implemented into production 7/1/22 replacing 97136. Recall Schedule : Description of Recall Schedule : Letters will be sent to our dealer network and direct customer of the the Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-751 Page 6 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 vehicle. This will start/go through the dates listed for both dealer and customer/owner notification. Planned Dealer Notification Date : OCT 10, 2022 – OCT 14, 2022 Planned Owner Notification Date : OCT 17, 2022 – NOV 04, 2022 * NR – Not Reported

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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-751 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Manufacturer Name : Braun Ambulances Submission Date : NOV 08, 2022 NHTSA Recall No. : 22V-751 Manufacturer Recall No. : 22-001 Manufacturer Information : Manufacturer Name : Braun Ambulances Address : 1170 Production Drive Van Wert OH 45891 Company phone : 4192327020 Population : Number of potentially involved : 1,240 Estimated percentage with defect : 25 % Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2018-2022 Braun Ambulance Chief XL Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : ALL Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : Recall population starts and ends 1 month prior and post use of the door striker pin covered in this recall. Braun internal part code 97136 is the specific part in this recall. Total of 382 vehicles produced. 25% estimated to have this problem. All will need to be inspected. Production Dates : JUN 01, 2018 – AUG 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 2 : 2018-2022 Braun Ambulance Chief XL Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : ALL Power Train : DIESEL Descriptive Information : Recall population starts and ends 1 month prior and post use of the door striker pin covered in this recall. Braun internal part code 97136 is the specific part in this recall. Total of 251 vehicles produced. 25% estimated to have this problem. All will need to be inspected. Production Dates : JUN 01, 2018 – AUG 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-751 Page 2 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Vehicle 3 : 2018-2022 Braun Ambulance Express Vehicle Type : Body Style : ALL Power Train : DIESEL Descriptive Information : Recall population starts and ends 1 month prior and post use of the door striker pin covered in this recall. Braun internal part code 97136 is the specific part in this recall. Total of 90 vehicles produced. 25% estimated to have this problem. All will need to be inspected. Production Dates : JUN 01, 2018 – AUG 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 4 : 2018-2022 Braun Ambulance Express Plus Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : ALL Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : Recall population starts and ends 1 month prior and post use of the door striker pin covered in this recall. Braun internal part code 97136 is the specific part in this recall. Total of 115 vehicles produced. 25% estimated to have this problem. All will need to be inspected. Production Dates : JUN 01, 2018 – AUG 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 5 : 2018-2022 Braun Ambulance Express Plus Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : ALL Power Train : DIESEL Descriptive Information : Recall population starts and ends 1 month prior and post use of the door striker pin covered in this recall. Braun internal part code 97136 is the specific part in this recall. Total of 93 vehicles produced. 25% estimated to have this problem. All will need to be inspected. Production Dates : JUN 01, 2018 – AUG 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 6 : 2018-2022 Braun Ambulance Liberty Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : ALL Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : Recall population starts and ends 1 month prior and post use of the door striker pin covered in this recall. Braun internal part code 97136 is the specific part in this recall. Total of 128 vehicles produced. 25% estimated to have this problem. All will need to be inspected. Production Dates : JUN 01, 2018 – AUG 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-751 Page 3 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Vehicle 7 : 2018-2022 Braun Ambulance Liberty Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : ALL Power Train : DIESEL Descriptive Information : Recall population starts and ends 1 month prior and post use of the door striker pin covered in this recall. Braun internal part code 97136 is the specific part in this recall. Total of 10 vehicles produced. 25% estimated to have this problem. All will need to be inspected. Production Dates : JUN 01, 2018 – AUG 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 8 : 2018-2021 Braun Ambulance Signature Series Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : ALL Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : Recall population starts and ends 1 month prior and post use of the door striker pin covered in this recall. Braun internal part code 97136 is the specific part in this recall. Total of 8 vehicles produced. 25% estimated to have this problem. All will need to be inspected. Production Dates : JUN 01, 2018 – AUG 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 9 : 2018-2022 Braun Ambulance Signature Series Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : ALL Power Train : DIESEL Descriptive Information : Recall population starts and ends 1 month prior and post use of the door striker pin covered in this recall. Braun internal part code 97136 is the specific part in this recall. Total of 27 vehicles produced. 25% estimated to have this problem. All will need to be inspected. Production Dates : JUN 01, 2018 – AUG 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 10 : 2018-2022 Braun Ambulance Super Chief Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : ALL Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : Recall population starts and ends 1 month prior and post use of the door striker pin covered in this recall. Braun internal part code 97136 is the specific part in this recall. Total of 133 vehicles produced. 25% estimated to have this problem. All will need to be inspected. Production Dates : JUN 01, 2018 – AUG 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-751 Page 4 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Vehicle 11 : 2018-2022 Braun Ambulance TLC Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : ALL Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : Recall population starts and ends 1 month prior and post use of the door striker pin covered in this recall. Braun internal part code 97136 is the specific part in this recall. Total of 3 vehicles produced. 25% estimated to have this problem. All will need to be inspected. Production Dates : JUN 01, 2018 – AUG 01, 2022 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Description of Defect : Description of the Defect : Rear door top striker bolts are coming lose and sometimes dislodging while the vehicle is in service. FMVSS 1 : 206 – Door locks and door retention components FMVSS 2 : NR Description of the Safety Risk : Door may not latch or unlatch, which can result in the door not being able to stay close or open during vehicle operation. Door may not be fully latched, which will increase the likelyhood of the door inadvertanly opening in the even of a crash. Description of the Cause : 1. Excessive gap between reinforcement plate and inside of top header allows for area to permanently deform, removing tension on the fastener and allowing it to be loose. 2. Striker bolt not properly torqued. 3. Nut plate hung up on inside radius of top header when torqued, which will loosen from vibration and impact. 4. Body filler between nut plate and reinforcement plate. 5. Weld between nut plate and reinforcement plate. Lack of thread engagement due to excessive use of shims. Identification of Any Warning that can Occur : Striker pin may become loose or dislodge. Involved Components : Component Name 1 : Striker door latch bolt Component Description : Striker door latch bolt – upper rear Component Part Number : Internal Braun part – 97136 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-751 Page 5 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer Name : NR Address : NR NR Country : NR Chronology : May 2022 – Customer report of loose pins/pins dislodging in the field. Problem was corrected under warranty claim July 2022 – Customer report of loose pins/pins dislodging in the field. Problem was corrected under warranty claim July 2022 – transitioned to new striker pin 97259 to replace 97136, August – September 2022 – evaluated failure modes of the 91736, improved install process of new striker. Septemebr 2022 – arrived at decision to address field failures via recall and inspection/replacement of any of the 97136 strikers in the field. Description of Remedy : Description of Remedy Program : Via NHTSA Recall replace 97136 striker bolt with 97259. Visually inspect all other upper rear door nut plate/striker bolt assemblies to insure they are seated correctly and re-torque all other striker bolts. Braun will remedy the affected units free of charge by replacing Braun striker pin 97136 with Braun striker pin 97259. Replacement pins are available as of October 3rd, 2022. Replacement is done by removing the affected pins and inspecting for obstructions in the area where the pin fastens and replacing the pin. Labor reimbursement for the inspection and repair for each ambulance replacement is 30 minutes. The replacement pins will be properly torqued and marked upon installation. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : Remedy component has a longer threaded portion than that of part 97136. 97259 will protrude through the mounting block. Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : New striker pin 97259 was implemented into production 7/1/22 replacing 97136. Recall Schedule : Description of Recall Schedule : Letters will be sent to our dealer network and direct customer of the the Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22V-751 Page 6 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 vehicle. This will start/go through the dates listed for both dealer and customer/owner notification. All customer letters were mailed on Monday, 11/7/22. Planned Dealer Notification Date : OCT 10, 2022 – OCT 14, 2022 Planned Owner Notification Date : OCT 17, 2022 – NOV 07, 2022 * NR – Not Reported

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