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February 23, 2023 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 23V117000
A rear entry step that unexpectedly fails while in use increases the risk of injury to the user.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V117
Manufacturer Braun Ambulances
Components STRUCTURE
Potential Number of Units Affected 64
Summary
Braun Ambulances (Braun) is recalling certain 2022 Demers ambulances, models MX164E, MX170E, MXP150E, MXP150Z, MXP153E, MXP170MLE, MXP170Z, and 2020, 2022 MXP170E. The rear step of the ambulance may fail under weight due to incorrect welding.
Remedy
Braun will send a reinforcement plate to be installed on the rear step, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2023. Owners may contact Braun customer service at 1-877-344-9990.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Chronology :
December 22 , 2022 the first rear step have broken on the production line. We did are investigation and the affected rear step repair. January , 18 , 2023 a second rear step broke on the production line. A action plan is put together to determine the problem , cause and resolution. We did found out that some rear step were affected and all produce by the same supplier . January , 20 , 20233 the affected supplier was advise and did the correction on is side to the drawing and part in stock. January , 23 , 2023 all unit affected still in are position have been repair before delivery.
9 Affected Products
Vehicles
| MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
| DEMERS | MX164E | 2022 |
| DEMERS | MX170E | 2022 |
| DEMERS | MXP150E | 2022 |
| DEMERS | MXP150Z | 2022 |
| DEMERS | MXP153E | 2022 |
| DEMERS | MXP170E | 2020, 2022 |
| DEMERS | MXP170MLE | 2022 |
| DEMERS | MXP170Z | 2022 |
10 Associated Documents
Recall Acknowledgement
RCAK-23V117-2549.pdf 645.844KB
Defect Notice 573 Report
RCLRPT-23V117-7142.PDF 225.264KB
Owner Notification Letter(Part 577) – Redacted
RCONL-23V117-1153.pdf 649.987KB
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Recall 573 Report-Amendment 2 – 05/03/2023
RCLRPT-23V117-5755.pdf 225.397KB
Recall 573 Report – 02/23/2023
RCLRPT-23V117-7418.PDF 225.265KB
Recall 573 Report – 05/15/2023
RCLRPT-23V117-8699.PDF 225.059KB
Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) – Redacted
RCMN-23V117-4161.pdf 195.484KB
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Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2023-2
RCLQRT-23V117-1214.PDF 211.251KB
Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2023-3
RCLQRT-23V117-4955.PDF 211.349KB
Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2023-4
RCLQRT-23V117-9925.PDF 211.43KB
Latest Recalls Documents
For the Latest and Most Recent Recalls Information Visit the link below…
https://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/acms/cs/documentList.xhtml?docId=23V117&docType=RCL
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SEOCONTENT-START
April 6th , 2023
VEHICLE DEFECT
OWNER NOTIFICATION LETTER
IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL
-our Demers Ambulance, VIN:
DEMERS
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Add page 1 of 3
This notice is sent to you in accordance with the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act.
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Subject: Rear Step Plates/ Safety Recall Notice 23Vll 7
Dear Demers Ambulance Owner:
Demers Ambulances has determined that a defect, related to motor vehicle safety exists in certain
Demers ambulances regarding the rear step plates supporting the rear step.
You are receiving this notice because our records indicate that you may have purchased a vehicle
equipped with potentially improper welded plates.
Improper welded plates holding the rear step may fail under the weight of an individual climbing
up or stepping down the rear of the vehicle using the rear step.
The safety risk may occur when using the rear step. The rear plates must either be properly welded
or permanently reinforced with an additional plate with bolts and nuts to eliminate the safety risk.
Plate failure may result in falls and injuries.
CRE)~TLI E
DEMERS
4MRIIIANr.:FCii
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO:
1. DEMERS HIGHLY RECOMMENDS TO NOT USE YOUR VEIDCLE UNTIL IT
IS CORRECTED.
2. PERFORMING THE REWORK TO ADDRESS THE DEFECT
Demers Ambulance Manufacturer Inc. will remedy the defect without charge to the vehicle owner.
Demers Ambulance dealers will be positioned to remedy the defect on and after April 30th 2023.
The remedy will require that two (2) holes be drilled in bumper structure and the installation of an
additional plate safely secured to the current plate and the rear bumper, and should be completed by a
qualified technician within 1 hour.
IF YOU HA VE HAD TO ALREADY CORRECT THIS DEFECT ON YOUR OWN:
Demers has a program for reimbursing owners for pre-notification remedies. If you have already paid
to remedy the defect explained in this letter, you may be eligible to receive reimbursement for the cost
of obtaining a pre-notification remedy of a problem associated with a defect. To obtain information
about reimbursement call or email Demers as indicated above to learn about:
• limits on the time period in which the repair or replacement of the recalled vehicle or
equipment must have occurred;
• necessary documentation that must be submitted to obtain reimbursement;
• how to submit a claim for reimbursement of a pre-notification remedy;
The Demers Ambulance contact information is as follows:
• Phone: 1-800-363-7591 ext. 241 for Customer Care – 8:00 a.m. -5:00 p.m. EDT
• Email: warranty@demers-ambulances.com
CRE)~TLI E
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CONTACTING NHTSA:
You may submit a complaint to the Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration,
1200 New Jersey Ave., SE., Washington, DC 20590; or call the toll-free Vehicle Safety Hotline at
1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov, if you believe that:
(A) The manufacturer, distributor, or dealer has failed or is unable to remedy the defect
orwithout charge.
(B) The manufacturer has failed or is unable to remedy the defect without charge within a
reasonable time, which is not longer than 60 days in the case of repair after the owner’s first
tender toobtain repair following the earliest repair date specified in the notification, unless the
period is extended by Administrator.
OBLIGATION TO NOTIFY LESSEE
Any lessor who receives this notification must send a copy of this notice to the lessee.
Commitment to safety, quality and respect for the customer are our highest priorities. Please accept
our sincere apology for any inconveniences that may result from the above notice.
Sincerely,
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IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL
Date: April , 07 2023
Subject: Rear Step Plates / Safety Recall Notice 23V117
Dear Demers Ambulance Dealer:
Demers Ambulances has determined that a defect, related to motor vehicle safety exists in
certain Demers ambulances regarding the rear step plates supporting the rear step.
Improper welded plates holding the rear step may fail under the weight of an individual climbing
up or stepping down the rear of the vehicle using the rear step.
The safety risk may occur when using the rear step. The rear plates must either be properly
welded or permanently reinforced with an additional plate with bolts and nuts to eliminate the
safety risk. Plate failure may result in falls and injuries.
We have notified the NHTSA and will soon release a formal letter to the owners of the affected
vehicles. You will find below the list of owners whom, according to our records, have purchased
an ambulance from you, and will be notified accordingly.
Customer Vehicle Number VIN
Stock
POWDER RIVER
COUNTY AMBULANCE
1FD
3C7
Demers Ambulance Manufacturer Inc. will remedy the defect without charge to the vehicle
owner.
Demers Ambulance dealers will be positioned to remedy the defect on and after March , 29
2023
The remedy will require that two (2) holes be drilled in bumper structure and the installation of
an additional plate safely secured to the current plate and the rear bumper, and should be
completed by a qualified technician within 1 hour.
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.
Owners and Dealers shall contact Demers Customer Care for additional instructions on the
inspection procedure, how to report inspection results, and schedule an appointment to
permanently remedy the defect if the inspection reveals one.
The Demers Ambulance contact information is as follows:
Phone: 1-800-363-7591 ext. 241 for Customer Care – 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. EDT
Email: warranty@demers-ambulances.com
Commitment to safety, quality and respect for the customer are our highest priorities. Please
accept our sincere apology for any inconveniences that may result from the above notice.
Sincerely,
**************************************************************************************************************
OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-117
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
Braun Ambulances MAY 15, 2023 NHTSA Recall No. : 23V-117 Manufacturer Recall No. : NR Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Braun Ambulances Address : 1170 Production Drive
Van Wert OH 45891
Company phone : 4192327020
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 64 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 %
Vehicle Information : Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-117 Page 2 Vehicle 1 : 2022-2022 FORD F450
Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES
Body Style : PICKUP TRUCK Power Train : DIESEL
Descriptive Information : The recall has been determine because one of are employe did step on it and the welding under is weight. We have 2 supplier for this step and the other supplier did performn is welding in the standard. 64 Unit affected in the usa.
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Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : PICKUP TRUCK Power Train : DIESEL
Descriptive Information : The recall has been determine because one of are employe did step on it and the welding under is weight. We have 2 supplier for this step and the other supplier did performn is welding in the standard. 64 Unit affected in the usa.
Production Dates : FEB 11, 2022 – FEB 01, 2023 VIN Range 1 : Begin : 1FDUF5GT1NDA15244 End : 1FDUF5GT1NDA15244 VIN Range 2 : Begin : 1FDUF5HT1NEE51696 End : 1FDUF5HT1NEE51696 VIN Range 3 : Begin : 1FDUF5HT3NEE51697 End : 1FDUF5HT3NEE51697 VIN Range 4 : Begin : 1FDUF5HT4NEF18162 End : 1FDUF5HT4NEF18162 VIN Range 5 : Begin : 1FDUF5HT5NEE51698 End : 1FDUF5HT5NEE51698 VIN Range 6 : Begin : 1FDUF5HTXNEE51695 End : 1FDUF5HTXNEE51695 ✔ Not sequential Not sequential Not sequential Not sequential Not sequential Not sequential Vehicle 3 : 2022-2022 FORD F450
Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : PICKUP TRUCK Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : The recall has been determine because one of are employe did step on it and the welding under is weight. We have 2 supplier for this step and the other supplier did performn is welding in the standard. 64 Unit affected in the usa.
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Descriptive Information : The recall has been determine because one of are employe did step on it and the welding under is weight. We have 2 supplier for this step and the other supplier did performn is welding in the standard. 64 Unit affected in the usa.
Production Dates : FEB 10, 2022 – FEB 10, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : 1GB3WSEY8NF320665 End : 1GB3WSEY8NF320665 Not sequential VIN Range 2 : Begin : 1GB3WSEY8NF336056 End : 1GB3WSEY8NF336056 Not sequential VIN Range 3 : Begin : 1GB3YTEY9NF336969 End : 1GB3YTEY9NF336969 Not sequential Vehicle 5 : 2022-2022 DODGE 5500
Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : PICKUP TRUCK Power Train : DIESEL
Descriptive Information : The recall has been determine because one of are employe did step on it and the welding under is weight. We have 2 supplier for this step and the other supplier did performn is welding in the standard. 64 Unit affected in the usa.
Production Dates : FEB 10, 2022 – FEB 08, 2023
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Descriptive Information : The recall has been determine because one of are employe did step on it and the welding under is weight. We have 2 supplier for this step and the other supplier did performn is welding in the standard. 64 Unit affected in the usa.
Production Dates : FEB 10, 2022 – FEB 08, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : 1GB3YTE77NF333270 End : 1GB3YTE77NF333270 Not sequential Vehicle 7 : 2022-2022 General Motor G3500 Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : 2-DOOR Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : The recall has been determine because one of are employe did step on it and the welding under is weight. We have 2 supplier for this step and the other supplier did performn is welding in the standard. 64 Unit affected in the usa.
Production Dates : FEB 10, 2022 – FEB 09, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : 1HA3GSC76NN013760 End : 1HA3GSC76NN013760 Not sequential The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-117 Page 5 Vehicle 8 : 2022-2022 DODGE 4500
Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : PICKUP TRUCK Power Train : DIESEL
Descriptive Information : The recall has been determine because one of are employe did step on it and the welding under is weight. We have 2 supplier for this step and the other supplier did performn is welding in the standard. 64 Unit affected in the usa.
Production Dates : FEB 10, 2022 – FEB 08, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : 3C7WRKBL4NG155918 End : 3C7WRKBL4NG155918 Not sequential VIN Range 2 : Begin : 3C7WRLBL0NG264141 End : 3C7WRLBL0NG264141 Not sequential VIN Range 3 : Begin : 3C7WRLBL6NG377995 End : 3C7WRLBL6NG377995 Not sequential Vehicle 9 : 2020-2020 DODGE 4500
Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : PICKUP TRUCK Power Train : DIESEL
Descriptive Information : The recall has been determine because one of are employe did step on it and the welding under is weight. We have 2 supplier for this step and the other supplier did performn is welding in the standard. 64 Unit affected in the usa.
Production Dates : FEB 09, 2022 – FEB 17, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : 3C7WRLCL4LG158075 End : 3C7WRLCL4LG158075 Not sequential Vehicle 10 : 2022-2022 FORD E450
Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : 2-DOOR Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : The recall has been determine because one of are employe did step on it and the welding under is weight. We have 2 supplier for this step and the other supplier did performn is welding in the standard. 64 Unit affected in the usa.
Production Dates : FEB 10, 2022 – FEB 09, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : 1FDXE4FN0PDD15082 End : 1FDXE4FN0PDD15082 Not sequential VIN Range 2 : Begin : 1FDXE4FN0PDD25028 End : 1FDXE4FN0PDD25028 Not sequential VIN Range 3 : Begin : 1FDXE4FN1PDD19948 End : 1FDXE4FN1PDD19948 Not sequential VIN Range 4 : Begin : 1FDXE4FN3PDD25024 End : 1FDXE4FN3PDD25024 Not sequential VIN Range 5 : Begin : 1FDXE4FN4PDD23038 End : 1FDXE4FN4PDD23038 Not sequential VIN Range 6 : Begin : 1FDXE4FN4PDD23041 End : 1FDXE4FN4PDD23041 Not sequential VIN Range 7 : Begin : 1FDXE4FN7PDD25026 End : 1FDXE4FN7PDD25026 Not sequential VIN Range 8 : Begin : 1FDXE4FNXPDD19950 End : 1FDXE4FNXPDD19950 Not sequential The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-117 Page 6 Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : After a change by the supplier of the rear step of the ambulance , some welding a non complaince to are safety standard . This make the rear step fragile to breack.
FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : Under normal used and wear the rear step weld can breack and leave the
paramidic steping on it to fall dwon the rar of the ambulance.
Description of the Cause : NR Identification of Any Warning NR
that can Occur : Involved Components : Component Name 1 : Rear step
Component Description : Rear step structure for ambulance Component Part Number : A013849 , A016183 , A018074 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : Demers Ambulances Address : 28 Richelieu
Beloeil Foreign States J3G 4N5
Country : Canada Chronology :
December 22 , 2022 the first rear step have broken on the production line. We did are investigation and the affected rear step repair. January , 18 , 2023 a second rear step broke on the production line. A action plan is put together to determine the probleme , cause and resolution. We did found out that some rear step were affected and all produce by the same supplier . January , 20 , 20233 the affected syupplier was advise and did the correction on is side to the drawing and part in stock. January , 23 , 2023 all unit affected still in are position have been repair before delivery. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-117
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : The rear step structure have been reweld completly and repaint to prevent
corrosion.Demers will pay 1Hrs per repair for each unit in the field.This claim must be sent to us with are warranty claim sheet and approval from are self. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component :
Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : The recall in the field will be identify because we will send a new reinforcement plate to the unit in the field.
Correction on production line have been perform on January , 19 , 2023 Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : Dealer and Owner letter sent on March 06 , 2023 for recall .All letter have
benn sent by UPS and all letter have been receive by the Delaer and Owner.
Planned Dealer Notification Date : MAR 06, 2023 – MAR 06, 2023
Planned Owner Notification Date : MAR 06, 2023 – MAR 06, 2023
* NR – Not Reported
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-117
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
Braun Ambulances FEB 23, 2023 NHTSA Recall No. : 23V-117 Manufacturer Recall No. : NR Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Braun Ambulances Address : 1170 Production Drive
Van Wert OH 45891
Company phone : 4192327020
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 64 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 %
Vehicle Information : Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-117 Page 2 Vehicle 1 : 2022-2022 FORD F450
Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES
Body Style : PICKUP TRUCK Power Train : DIESEL
Descriptive Information : The recall has been determine because one of are employe did step on it and the welding under is weight. We have 2 supplier for this step and the other supplier did performn is welding in the standard. 64 Unit affected in the usa.
Production Dates : FEB 21, 2022 – JAN 19, 2023 VIN Range 1 : Begin : VIN Range 2 : Begin : VIN Range 3 : Begin : VIN Range 4 : Begin : VIN Range 5 : Begin : VIN Range 6 : Begin : VIN Range 7 : Begin : VIN Range 8 : Begin : VIN Range 9 : Begin : VIN Range 10 : Begin : VIN Range 11 : Begin : VIN Range 12 : Begin : VIN Range 13 : Begin : VIN Range 14 : Begin : VIN Range 15 : Begin : VIN Range 16 : Begin : VIN Range 17 : Begin : VIN Range 18 : Begin : VIN Range 19 : Begin : VIN Range 20 : Begin : VIN Range 21 : Begin : VIN Range 22 : Begin : VIN Range 23 : Begin : VIN Range 24 : Begin : VIN Range 25 : Begin : VIN Range 26 : Begin : VIN Range 27 : Begin : VIN Range 28 : Begin : VIN Range 29 : Begin : 1FD0W4HT6NEE51699 End : 1FD0W4HT6NEE51699
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Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : PICKUP TRUCK Power Train : DIESEL
Descriptive Information : The recall has been determine because one of are employe did step on it and the welding under is weight. We have 2 supplier for this step and the other supplier did performn is welding in the standard. 64 Unit affected in the usa.
Production Dates : FEB 11, 2022 – FEB 01, 2023 VIN Range 1 : Begin : 1FDUF5GT1NDA15244 End : 1FDUF5GT1NDA15244 VIN Range 2 : Begin : 1FDUF5HT1NEE51696 End : 1FDUF5HT1NEE51696 VIN Range 3 : Begin : 1FDUF5HT3NEE51697 End : 1FDUF5HT3NEE51697 VIN Range 4 : Begin : 1FDUF5HT4NEF18162 End : 1FDUF5HT4NEF18162 VIN Range 5 : Begin : 1FDUF5HT5NEE51698 End : 1FDUF5HT5NEE51698 VIN Range 6 : Begin : 1FDUF5HTXNEE51695 End : 1FDUF5HTXNEE51695 ✔ Not sequential Not sequential Not sequential Not sequential Not sequential Not sequential Vehicle 3 : 2022-2022 FORD F450
Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : PICKUP TRUCK Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : The recall has been determine because one of are employe did step on it and the welding under is weight. We have 2 supplier for this step and the other supplier did performn is welding in the standard. 64 Unit affected in the usa.
Production Dates : FEB 03, 2022 – FEB 10, 2023 VIN Range 1 : Begin : 1FDUF4GN1NDA17555 End : 1FDUF4GN1NDA17555 VIN Range 2 : Begin : 1FDUF4GN1NEF08394 End : 1FDUF4GN1NEF08394 VIN Range 3 : Begin : 1FDUF4GN6NDA09399 End : 1FDUF4GN6NDA09399 VIN Range 4 : Begin : 1FDUF4GN9NEF08398 End : 1FDUF4GN9NEF08398 VIN Range 5 : Begin : 1FDUF4GN9NEF08417 End : 1FDUF4GN9NEF08417 VIN Range 6 : Begin : 1FDUF4HN7NDA17851 End : 1FDUF4HN7NDA17851 VIN Range 7 : Begin : 1FDUF4HNXNEF08439 End : 1FDUF4HNXNEF08439 VIN Range 8 : Begin : 1FDUF5HN1NEF36748 End : 1FDUF5HN1NEF36748 VIN Range 9 : Begin : 1FDUF5HN3NEF36749 End : 1FDUF5HN3NEF36749 VIN Range 10 : Begin : 1FDUF5HNXNEF36747 End : 1FDUF5HNXNEF36747 VIN Range 11 : Begin : 1FDUF5HNXNEF36750 End : 1FDUF5HNXNEF36750 ✔ Not sequential Not sequential Not sequential Not sequential Not sequential Not sequential Not sequential Not sequential Not sequential Not sequential Not sequential The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-117 Page 4 Vehicle 4 : 2022-2022 General Motor CK3500 Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : PICKUP TRUCK Power Train : DIESEL
Descriptive Information : The recall has been determine because one of are employe did step on it and the welding under is weight. We have 2 supplier for this step and the other supplier did performn is welding in the standard. 64 Unit affected in the usa.
Production Dates : FEB 10, 2022 – FEB 10, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : 1GB3WSEY8NF320665 End : 1GB3WSEY8NF320665 Not sequential VIN Range 2 : Begin : 1GB3WSEY8NF336056 End : 1GB3WSEY8NF336056 Not sequential VIN Range 3 : Begin : 1GB3YTEY9NF336969 End : 1GB3YTEY9NF336969 Not sequential Vehicle 5 : 2022-2022 FORD E450
Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : 2-DOOR Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : The recall has been determine because one of are employe did step on it and the welding under is weight. We have 2 supplier for this step and the other supplier did performn is welding in the standard. 64 Unit affected in the usa.
Production Dates : FEB 10, 2022 – FEB 09, 2023
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Descriptive Information : The recall has been determine because one of are employe did step on it and the welding under is weight. We have 2 supplier for this step and the other supplier did performn is welding in the standard. 64 Unit affected in the usa.
Production Dates : FEB 10, 2022 – FEB 08, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : 1GB3YTE77NF333270 End : 1GB3YTE77NF333270 Not sequential The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-117 Page 5 Vehicle 7 : 2022-2022 General Motor G3500 Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : 2-DOOR Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : The recall has been determine because one of are employe did step on it and the welding under is weight. We have 2 supplier for this step and the other supplier did performn is welding in the standard. 64 Unit affected in the usa.
Production Dates : FEB 10, 2022 – FEB 09, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : 1HA3GSC76NN013760 End : 1HA3GSC76NN013760 Not sequential Vehicle 8 : 2022-2022 DODGE 4500
Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : PICKUP TRUCK Power Train : DIESEL
Descriptive Information : The recall has been determine because one of are employe did step on it and the welding under is weight. We have 2 supplier for this step and the other supplier did performn is welding in the standard. 64 Unit affected in the usa.
Production Dates : FEB 10, 2022 – FEB 08, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : 3C7WRKBL4NG155918 End : 3C7WRKBL4NG155918 Not sequential VIN Range 2 : Begin : 3C7WRLBL0NG264141 End : 3C7WRLBL0NG264141 Not sequential VIN Range 3 : Begin : 3C7WRLBL6NG377995 End : 3C7WRLBL6NG377995 Not sequential Vehicle 9 : 2020-2020 DODGE 4500
Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : PICKUP TRUCK Power Train : DIESEL
Descriptive Information : The recall has been determine because one of are employe did step on it and the welding under is weight. We have 2 supplier for this step and the other supplier did performn is welding in the standard. 64 Unit affected in the usa.
Production Dates : FEB 09, 2022 – FEB 17, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : 3C7WRLCL4LG158075 End : 3C7WRLCL4LG158075 Not sequential Vehicle 10 : 2022-2022 DODGE 5500
Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : PICKUP TRUCK Power Train : DIESEL
Descriptive Information : The recall has been determine because one of are employe did step on it and the welding under is weight. We have 2 supplier for this step and the other supplier did performn is welding in the standard. 64 Unit affected in the usa.
Production Dates : FEB 10, 2022 – FEB 08, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : 3C7WRNCL4NG286833 End : 3C7WRNCL4NG286833 Not sequential The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-117 Page 6 Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : After a change by the supplier of the rear step of the ambulance , some welding a non complaince to are safety standard . This make the rear step fragile to breack.
FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : Under normal used and wear the rear step weld can breack and leave the
paramidic steping on it to fall dwon the rar of the ambulance.
Description of the Cause : NR Identification of Any Warning NR
that can Occur : Involved Components : Component Name 1 : Rear step
Component Description : Rear step structure for ambulance Component Part Number : A013849 , A016183 , A018074 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : NR Address : NR
NR
Country : NR Chronology :
December 22 , 2022 the first rear step have broken on the production line. We did are investigation and the affected rear step repair. January , 18 , 2023 a second rear step broke on the production line. A action plan is put together to determine the probleme , cause and resolution. We did found out that some rear step were affected and all produce by the same supplier . January , 20 , 20233 the affected syupplier was advise and did the correction on is side to the drawing and part in stock. January , 23 , 2023 all unit affected still in are position have been repair before delivery. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-117
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : The rear step structure have been reweld completly and repaint to prevent
corrosion. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component :
Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : The recall in the field will be identify because we will send a new reinforcement plate to the unit in the field.
Correction on production line have been perform on January , 19 , 2023
Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : NR
Planned Dealer Notification Date : MAR 06, 2023 – MAR 06, 2023
Planned Owner Notification Date : MAR 06, 2023 – MAR 06, 2023
* NR – Not Reported
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-117
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
Braun Ambulances FEB 23, 2023 NHTSA Recall No. : 23V-117 Manufacturer Recall No. : NR Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Braun Ambulances Address : 1170 Production Drive
Van Wert OH 45891
Company phone : 4192327020
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 64 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 %
Vehicle Information : Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-117 Page 2 Vehicle 1 : 2022-2022 FORD F450
Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES
Body Style : PICKUP TRUCK Power Train : DIESEL
Descriptive Information : The recall has been determine because one of are employe did step on it and the welding under is weight. We have 2 supplier for this step and the other supplier did performn is welding in the standard. 64 Unit affected in the usa.
Production Dates : FEB 21, 2022 – JAN 19, 2023 VIN Range 1 : Begin : VIN Range 2 : Begin : VIN Range 3 : Begin : VIN Range 4 : Begin : VIN Range 5 : Begin : VIN Range 6 : Begin : VIN Range 7 : Begin : VIN Range 8 : Begin : VIN Range 9 : Begin : VIN Range 10 : Begin : VIN Range 11 : Begin : VIN Range 12 : Begin : VIN Range 13 : Begin : VIN Range 14 : Begin : VIN Range 15 : Begin : VIN Range 16 : Begin : VIN Range 17 : Begin : VIN Range 18 : Begin : VIN Range 19 : Begin : VIN Range 20 : Begin : VIN Range 21 : Begin : VIN Range 22 : Begin : VIN Range 23 : Begin : VIN Range 24 : Begin : VIN Range 25 : Begin : VIN Range 26 : Begin : VIN Range 27 : Begin : VIN Range 28 : Begin : VIN Range 29 : Begin : 1FD0W4HT6NEE51699 End : 1FD0W4HT6NEE51699
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Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : PICKUP TRUCK Power Train : DIESEL
Descriptive Information : The recall has been determine because one of are employe did step on it and the welding under is weight. We have 2 supplier for this step and the other supplier did performn is welding in the standard. 64 Unit affected in the usa.
Production Dates : FEB 11, 2022 – FEB 01, 2023 VIN Range 1 : Begin : 1FDUF5GT1NDA15244 End : 1FDUF5GT1NDA15244 VIN Range 2 : Begin : 1FDUF5HT1NEE51696 End : 1FDUF5HT1NEE51696 VIN Range 3 : Begin : 1FDUF5HT3NEE51697 End : 1FDUF5HT3NEE51697 VIN Range 4 : Begin : 1FDUF5HT4NEF18162 End : 1FDUF5HT4NEF18162 VIN Range 5 : Begin : 1FDUF5HT5NEE51698 End : 1FDUF5HT5NEE51698 VIN Range 6 : Begin : 1FDUF5HTXNEE51695 End : 1FDUF5HTXNEE51695 ✔ Not sequential Not sequential Not sequential Not sequential Not sequential Not sequential Vehicle 3 : 2022-2022 FORD F450
Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : PICKUP TRUCK Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : The recall has been determine because one of are employe did step on it and the welding under is weight. We have 2 supplier for this step and the other supplier did performn is welding in the standard. 64 Unit affected in the usa.
Production Dates : FEB 03, 2022 – FEB 10, 2023 VIN Range 1 : Begin : 1FDUF4GN1NDA17555 End : 1FDUF4GN1NDA17555 VIN Range 2 : Begin : 1FDUF4GN1NEF08394 End : 1FDUF4GN1NEF08394 VIN Range 3 : Begin : 1FDUF4GN6NDA09399 End : 1FDUF4GN6NDA09399 VIN Range 4 : Begin : 1FDUF4GN9NEF08398 End : 1FDUF4GN9NEF08398 VIN Range 5 : Begin : 1FDUF4GN9NEF08417 End : 1FDUF4GN9NEF08417 VIN Range 6 : Begin : 1FDUF4HN7NDA17851 End : 1FDUF4HN7NDA17851 VIN Range 7 : Begin : 1FDUF4HNXNEF08439 End : 1FDUF4HNXNEF08439 VIN Range 8 : Begin : 1FDUF5HN1NEF36748 End : 1FDUF5HN1NEF36748 VIN Range 9 : Begin : 1FDUF5HN3NEF36749 End : 1FDUF5HN3NEF36749 VIN Range 10 : Begin : 1FDUF5HNXNEF36747 End : 1FDUF5HNXNEF36747 VIN Range 11 : Begin : 1FDUF5HNXNEF36750 End : 1FDUF5HNXNEF36750 ✔ Not sequential Not sequential Not sequential Not sequential Not sequential Not sequential Not sequential Not sequential Not sequential Not sequential Not sequential The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-117 Page 4 Vehicle 4 : 2022-2022 General Motor CK3500 Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : PICKUP TRUCK Power Train : DIESEL
Descriptive Information : The recall has been determine because one of are employe did step on it and the welding under is weight. We have 2 supplier for this step and the other supplier did performn is welding in the standard. 64 Unit affected in the usa.
Production Dates : FEB 10, 2022 – FEB 10, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : 1GB3WSEY8NF320665 End : 1GB3WSEY8NF320665 Not sequential VIN Range 2 : Begin : 1GB3WSEY8NF336056 End : 1GB3WSEY8NF336056 Not sequential VIN Range 3 : Begin : 1GB3YTEY9NF336969 End : 1GB3YTEY9NF336969 Not sequential Vehicle 5 : 2022-2022 FORD E450
Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : 2-DOOR Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : The recall has been determine because one of are employe did step on it and the welding under is weight. We have 2 supplier for this step and the other supplier did performn is welding in the standard. 64 Unit affected in the usa.
Production Dates : FEB 10, 2022 – FEB 09, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : 1FDXE4FN0PDD15082 End : 1FDXE4FN0PDD15082 Not sequential VIN Range 2 : Begin : 1FDXE4FN0PDD25028 End : 1FDXE4FN0PDD25028 Not sequential VIN Range 3 : Begin : 1FDXE4FN1PDD19948 End : 1FDXE4FN1PDD19948 Not sequential VIN Range 4 : Begin : 1FDXE4FN3PDD25024 End : 1FDXE4FN3PDD25024 Not sequential VIN Range 5 : Begin : 1FDXE4FN4PDD23038 End : 1FDXE4FN4PDD23038 Not sequential VIN Range 6 : Begin : 1FDXE4FN4PDD23041 End : 1FDXE4FN4PDD23041 Not sequential VIN Range 7 : Begin : 1FDXE4FN7PDD25026 End : 1FDXE4FN7PDD25026 Not sequential VIN Range 8 : Begin : 1FDXE4FNXPDD19950 End : 1FDXE4FNXPDD19950 Not sequential Vehicle 6 : 2022-2022 General Motor CK3500 Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : PICKUP TRUCK Power Train : DIESEL
Descriptive Information : The recall has been determine because one of are employe did step on it and the welding under is weight. We have 2 supplier for this step and the other supplier did performn is welding in the standard. 64 Unit affected in the usa.
Production Dates : FEB 10, 2022 – FEB 08, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : 1GB3YTE77NF333270 End : 1GB3YTE77NF333270 Not sequential The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-117 Page 5 Vehicle 7 : 2022-2022 General Motor G3500 Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : 2-DOOR Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : The recall has been determine because one of are employe did step on it and the welding under is weight. We have 2 supplier for this step and the other supplier did performn is welding in the standard. 64 Unit affected in the usa.
Production Dates : FEB 10, 2022 – FEB 09, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : 1HA3GSC76NN013760 End : 1HA3GSC76NN013760 Not sequential Vehicle 8 : 2022-2022 DODGE 4500
Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : PICKUP TRUCK Power Train : DIESEL
Descriptive Information : The recall has been determine because one of are employe did step on it and the welding under is weight. We have 2 supplier for this step and the other supplier did performn is welding in the standard. 64 Unit affected in the usa.
Production Dates : FEB 10, 2022 – FEB 08, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : 3C7WRKBL4NG155918 End : 3C7WRKBL4NG155918 Not sequential VIN Range 2 : Begin : 3C7WRLBL0NG264141 End : 3C7WRLBL0NG264141 Not sequential VIN Range 3 : Begin : 3C7WRLBL6NG377995 End : 3C7WRLBL6NG377995 Not sequential Vehicle 9 : 2020-2020 DODGE 4500
Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : PICKUP TRUCK Power Train : DIESEL
Descriptive Information : The recall has been determine because one of are employe did step on it and the welding under is weight. We have 2 supplier for this step and the other supplier did performn is welding in the standard. 64 Unit affected in the usa.
Production Dates : FEB 09, 2022 – FEB 17, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : 3C7WRLCL4LG158075 End : 3C7WRLCL4LG158075 Not sequential Vehicle 10 : 2022-2022 DODGE 5500
Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : PICKUP TRUCK Power Train : DIESEL
Descriptive Information : The recall has been determine because one of are employe did step on it and the welding under is weight. We have 2 supplier for this step and the other supplier did performn is welding in the standard. 64 Unit affected in the usa.
Production Dates : FEB 10, 2022 – FEB 08, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : 3C7WRNCL4NG286833 End : 3C7WRNCL4NG286833 Not sequential The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-117 Page 6 Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : After a change by the supplier of the rear step of the ambulance , some welding a non complaince to are safety standard . This make the rear step fragile to breack.
FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : Under normal used and wear the rear step weld can breack and leave the
paramidic steping on it to fall dwon the rar of the ambulance.
Description of the Cause : NR Identification of Any Warning NR
that can Occur : Involved Components : Component Name 1 : Rear step
Component Description : Rear step structure for ambulance Component Part Number : A013849 , A016183 , A018074 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : NR Address : NR
NR
Country : NR Chronology :
December 22 , 2022 the first rear step have broken on the production line. We did are investigation and the affected rear step repair. January , 18 , 2023 a second rear step broke on the production line. A action plan is put together to determine the probleme , cause and resolution. We did found out that some rear step were affected and all produce by the same supplier . January , 20 , 20233 the affected syupplier was advise and did the correction on is side to the drawing and part in stock. January , 23 , 2023 all unit affected still in are position have been repair before delivery. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-117
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : The rear step structure have been reweld completly and repaint to prevent
corrosion. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component :
Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : The recall in the field will be identify because we will send a new reinforcement plate to the unit in the field.
Correction on production line have been perform on January , 19 , 2023
Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : NR
Planned Dealer Notification Date : MAR 06, 2023 – MAR 06, 2023
Planned Owner Notification Date : MAR 06, 2023 – MAR 06, 2023
* NR – Not Reported
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
Braun Ambulances MAY 03, 2023 NHTSA Recall No. : 23V- Manufacturer Recall No. : NR Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Braun Ambulances Address : 1170 Production Drive
Van Wert OH 45891
Company phone : 4192327020
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 64 Estimated percentage with defect : 100 %
Vehicle Information : Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V- Page 2 Vehicle 1 : 2022-2022 FORD F450
Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES
Body Style : PICKUP TRUCK Power Train : DIESEL
Descriptive Information : The recall has been determine because one of are employe did step on it and the welding under is weight. We have 2 supplier for this step and the other supplier did performn is welding in the standard. 64 Unit affected in the usa.
Production Dates : FEB 21, 2022 – JAN 19, 2023 VIN Range 1 : Begin : VIN Range 2 : Begin : VIN Range 3 : Begin : VIN Range 4 : Begin : VIN Range 5 : Begin : VIN Range 6 : Begin : VIN Range 7 : Begin : VIN Range 8 : Begin : VIN Range 9 : Begin : VIN Range 10 : Begin : VIN Range 11 : Begin : VIN Range 12 : Begin : VIN Range 13 : Begin : VIN Range 14 : Begin : VIN Range 15 : Begin : VIN Range 16 : Begin : VIN Range 17 : Begin : VIN Range 18 : Begin : VIN Range 19 : Begin : VIN Range 20 : Begin : VIN Range 21 : Begin : VIN Range 22 : Begin : VIN Range 23 : Begin : VIN Range 24 : Begin : VIN Range 25 : Begin : VIN Range 26 : Begin : VIN Range 27 : Begin : VIN Range 28 : Begin : VIN Range 29 : Begin : 1FD0W4HT6NEE51699 End : 1FD0W4HT6NEE51699
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Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : PICKUP TRUCK Power Train : DIESEL
Descriptive Information : The recall has been determine because one of are employe did step on it and the welding under is weight. We have 2 supplier for this step and the other supplier did performn is welding in the standard. 64 Unit affected in the usa.
Production Dates : FEB 11, 2022 – FEB 01, 2023 VIN Range 1 : Begin : 1FDUF5GT1NDA15244 End : 1FDUF5GT1NDA15244 VIN Range 2 : Begin : 1FDUF5HT1NEE51696 End : 1FDUF5HT1NEE51696 VIN Range 3 : Begin : 1FDUF5HT3NEE51697 End : 1FDUF5HT3NEE51697 VIN Range 4 : Begin : 1FDUF5HT4NEF18162 End : 1FDUF5HT4NEF18162 VIN Range 5 : Begin : 1FDUF5HT5NEE51698 End : 1FDUF5HT5NEE51698 VIN Range 6 : Begin : 1FDUF5HTXNEE51695 End : 1FDUF5HTXNEE51695 ✔ Not sequential Not sequential Not sequential Not sequential Not sequential Not sequential Vehicle 3 : 2022-2022 FORD F450
Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : PICKUP TRUCK Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : The recall has been determine because one of are employe did step on it and the welding under is weight. We have 2 supplier for this step and the other supplier did performn is welding in the standard. 64 Unit affected in the usa.
Production Dates : FEB 03, 2022 – FEB 10, 2023 VIN Range 1 : Begin : 1FDUF4GN1NDA17555 End : 1FDUF4GN1NDA17555 VIN Range 2 : Begin : 1FDUF4GN1NEF08394 End : 1FDUF4GN1NEF08394 VIN Range 3 : Begin : 1FDUF4GN6NDA09399 End : 1FDUF4GN6NDA09399 VIN Range 4 : Begin : 1FDUF4GN9NEF08398 End : 1FDUF4GN9NEF08398 VIN Range 5 : Begin : 1FDUF4GN9NEF08417 End : 1FDUF4GN9NEF08417 VIN Range 6 : Begin : 1FDUF4HN7NDA17851 End : 1FDUF4HN7NDA17851 VIN Range 7 : Begin : 1FDUF4HNXNEF08439 End : 1FDUF4HNXNEF08439 VIN Range 8 : Begin : 1FDUF5HN1NEF36748 End : 1FDUF5HN1NEF36748 VIN Range 9 : Begin : 1FDUF5HN3NEF36749 End : 1FDUF5HN3NEF36749 VIN Range 10 : Begin : 1FDUF5HNXNEF36747 End : 1FDUF5HNXNEF36747 VIN Range 11 : Begin : 1FDUF5HNXNEF36750 End : 1FDUF5HNXNEF36750 ✔ Not sequential Not sequential Not sequential Not sequential Not sequential Not sequential Not sequential Not sequential Not sequential Not sequential Not sequential The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V- Page 4 Vehicle 4 : 2022-2022 General Motor CK3500 Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : PICKUP TRUCK Power Train : DIESEL
Descriptive Information : The recall has been determine because one of are employe did step on it and the welding under is weight. We have 2 supplier for this step and the other supplier did performn is welding in the standard. 64 Unit affected in the usa.
Production Dates : FEB 10, 2022 – FEB 10, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : 1GB3WSEY8NF320665 End : 1GB3WSEY8NF320665 Not sequential VIN Range 2 : Begin : 1GB3WSEY8NF336056 End : 1GB3WSEY8NF336056 Not sequential VIN Range 3 : Begin : 1GB3YTEY9NF336969 End : 1GB3YTEY9NF336969 Not sequential Vehicle 5 : 2022-2022 FORD E450
Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : 2-DOOR Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : The recall has been determine because one of are employe did step on it and the welding under is weight. We have 2 supplier for this step and the other supplier did performn is welding in the standard. 64 Unit affected in the usa.
Production Dates : FEB 10, 2022 – FEB 09, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : 1FDXE4FN0PDD15082 End : 1FDXE4FN0PDD15082 Not sequential VIN Range 2 : Begin : 1FDXE4FN0PDD25028 End : 1FDXE4FN0PDD25028 Not sequential VIN Range 3 : Begin : 1FDXE4FN1PDD19948 End : 1FDXE4FN1PDD19948 Not sequential VIN Range 4 : Begin : 1FDXE4FN3PDD25024 End : 1FDXE4FN3PDD25024 Not sequential VIN Range 5 : Begin : 1FDXE4FN4PDD23038 End : 1FDXE4FN4PDD23038 Not sequential VIN Range 6 : Begin : 1FDXE4FN4PDD23041 End : 1FDXE4FN4PDD23041 Not sequential VIN Range 7 : Begin : 1FDXE4FN7PDD25026 End : 1FDXE4FN7PDD25026 Not sequential VIN Range 8 : Begin : 1FDXE4FNXPDD19950 End : 1FDXE4FNXPDD19950 Not sequential Vehicle 6 : 2022-2022 General Motor CK3500 Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : PICKUP TRUCK Power Train : DIESEL
Descriptive Information : The recall has been determine because one of are employe did step on it and the welding under is weight. We have 2 supplier for this step and the other supplier did performn is welding in the standard. 64 Unit affected in the usa.
Production Dates : FEB 10, 2022 – FEB 08, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : 1GB3YTE77NF333270 End : 1GB3YTE77NF333270 Not sequential The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V- Page 5 Vehicle 7 : 2022-2022 General Motor G3500 Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : 2-DOOR Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : The recall has been determine because one of are employe did step on it and the welding under is weight. We have 2 supplier for this step and the other supplier did performn is welding in the standard. 64 Unit affected in the usa.
Production Dates : FEB 10, 2022 – FEB 09, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : 1HA3GSC76NN013760 End : 1HA3GSC76NN013760 Not sequential Vehicle 8 : 2022-2022 DODGE 4500
Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : PICKUP TRUCK Power Train : DIESEL
Descriptive Information : The recall has been determine because one of are employe did step on it and the welding under is weight. We have 2 supplier for this step and the other supplier did performn is welding in the standard. 64 Unit affected in the usa.
Production Dates : FEB 10, 2022 – FEB 08, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : 3C7WRKBL4NG155918 End : 3C7WRKBL4NG155918 Not sequential VIN Range 2 : Begin : 3C7WRLBL0NG264141 End : 3C7WRLBL0NG264141 Not sequential VIN Range 3 : Begin : 3C7WRLBL6NG377995 End : 3C7WRLBL6NG377995 Not sequential Vehicle 9 : 2020-2020 DODGE 4500
Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : PICKUP TRUCK Power Train : DIESEL
Descriptive Information : The recall has been determine because one of are employe did step on it and the welding under is weight. We have 2 supplier for this step and the other supplier did performn is welding in the standard. 64 Unit affected in the usa.
Production Dates : FEB 09, 2022 – FEB 17, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : 3C7WRLCL4LG158075 End : 3C7WRLCL4LG158075 Not sequential Vehicle 10 : 2022-2022 DODGE 5500
Vehicle Type : BUSES, MEDIUM & HEAVY VEHICLES Body Style : PICKUP TRUCK Power Train : DIESEL
Descriptive Information : The recall has been determine because one of are employe did step on it and the welding under is weight. We have 2 supplier for this step and the other supplier did performn is welding in the standard. 64 Unit affected in the usa.
Production Dates : FEB 10, 2022 – FEB 08, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : 3C7WRNCL4NG286833 End : 3C7WRNCL4NG286833 Not sequential The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V- Page 6 Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : After a change by the supplier of the rear step of the ambulance , some welding a non complaince to are safety standard . This make the rear step fragile to breack.
FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : Under normal used and wear the rear step weld can breack and leave the
paramidic steping on it to fall dwon the rar of the ambulance.
Description of the Cause : NR Identification of Any Warning NR
that can Occur : Involved Components : Component Name 1 : Rear step
Component Description : Rear step structure for ambulance Component Part Number : A013849 , A016183 , A018074 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : Demers Ambulances Address : 28 Richelieu
Beloeil Foreign States J3G 4N5
Country : Canada Chronology :
December 22 , 2022 the first rear step have broken on the production line. We did are investigation and the affected rear step repair. January , 18 , 2023 a second rear step broke on the production line. A action plan is put together to determine the probleme , cause and resolution. We did found out that some rear step were affected and all produce by the same supplier . January , 20 , 20233 the affected syupplier was advise and did the correction on is side to the drawing and part in stock. January , 23 , 2023 all unit affected still in are position have been repair before delivery. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : The rear step structure have been reweld completly and repaint to prevent
corrosion.Demers will pay 1Hrs per repair for each unit in the field.This claim must be sent to us with are warranty claim sheet and approval from are self. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component :
Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : The recall in the field will be identify because we will send a new reinforcement plate to the unit in the field.
Correction on production line have been perform on January , 19 , 2023
Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : NR
Planned Dealer Notification Date : MAR 06, 2023 – MAR 06, 2023
Planned Owner Notification Date : MAR 06, 2023 – MAR 06, 2023
* NR – Not Reported
SEOCONTENT-END