2020 Braun Ambulances Chief XL Type III recalls and problems
The 2020 Braun Ambulances Chief XL Type III has 2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Braun Ambulances dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2020 Braun Ambulances Chief XL Type III vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2020 Braun Ambulances Chief XL Type III recalls
Recall 24V-063: Electrical System
Problem: Braun Ambulances (Braun) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Chief XL I, Express Plus I, Chief XL III, Liberty I, Super Chief I, Signature Series III, Signature Series I, and 2020-2024 Express III emergency vehicles equipped with Weldon 8X16 Input-Output nodes. In the event of a short circuit or wiring failure, the firmware in the node may fail to shut off the output pin, resulting in overloaded electrical circuits.
Risk: Overloaded electrical circuits can overheat, increasing the risk of fire.
Fix: Weldon will update the firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 28, 2024. Owners may contact Akron Brass customer service at 1-800-228-1161 or Braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359. Braun's number for this recall is 2024-01.
Recall 20V-647: Back Over Prevention, Electrical System
Problem: Braun Ambulances (Braun) is recalling certain 2019 Chief XL Type I and 2019-2020 Chief XL Type III, 2018-2020 Express Plus Type I and 2019 Express Type III, Liberty Type I, Raider Type I and Super Chief ambulances. The lighting and HVAC display may lock up affecting functions like the back up camera, emergency warning lights, or patient care devices depending on the application.
Risk: The vehicle operator may not be able to read the LCD screen or use the buttons or both. If the LCD display appears blank, emergency personnel may not have immediate access to the functions and controls operated by the LCD screen which could delay emergency operations, increasing the risk of injury to a patient or increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Braun will notify owners and dealers will remove the defective Vista IV and replace with a new Vista IV, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2020. Owners may contact Braun Ambulance customer service at 1-877-344-9990.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2020 Braun Ambulances Chief XL Type III have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2020 Braun Ambulances Chief XL Type III: 24V-063 (electrical system), 20V-647 (back over prevention, electrical system). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Braun Ambulances recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Braun Ambulances dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.