AEV TRAUMAHAWK 2016: SEATS

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 16V703000

Make Model Year
AEV TRAUMAHAWK 2016
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2016-10-29 2016-09-30 2016-09-30

Production Dates: 2016-08-01 - 2016-09-28

Manufacturers Involved: Halcore Group, Inc.

Component: SEATS

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 41

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Halcore Group, Inc. "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.

Consequence

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.

Remedy

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.

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.safercar.gov.