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Recall 11V-568: 2007–2011 Medix Type II Ambulance

MEDIX SPECIALTY VEHICLES, INC. recall for seat belts, reported to NHTSA on Dec 2, 2011, covering about 360 vehicles.

NHTSA number
11V-568
Report date
Dec 2, 2011
Vehicles affected
360
Owners notified
Jan 4, 2012

The problem

Medix is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 type II ambulances, manufactured from september 1, 2007, through november 16, 2011. Due to oversight, medix installed seats in a rear facing position in the patient compartment with a type I (Lap belt only) seat belt configuration. Therefore, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 208, â“occupant crash protection.â”

The risk

Use of a non-conforming seat belt may increase the risk of injury to the seat occupant in the event of a crash.

The fix

Medix will notify owners, and will replace the seat belt as required to a type II design (Lap and shoulder belt) free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during january 2012. Owners may contact medix at 1-574-266-0911.

Notes

Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerMEDIX SPECIALTY VEHICLES, INC.
ComponentSeat Belts › Rear/Other
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number11V568000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Medix Type II Ambulance2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 11V-568?

Medix is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 type II ambulances, manufactured from september 1, 2007, through november 16, 2011. Due to oversight, medix installed seats in a rear facing position in the patient compartment with a type I (Lap belt only) seat belt configuration. Therefore, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 208, â“occupant crash protection.â”

How is recall 11V-568 fixed?

Medix will notify owners, and will replace the seat belt as required to a type II design (Lap and shoulder belt) free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during january 2012. Owners may contact medix at 1-574-266-0911.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.