BLUE BIRD EXPRESS 2019: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

Make : BLUE BIRD Model : EXPRESS Year : 2019
Build Dates : 0000-00-00 - 0000-00-00
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 22V751000
Date Owner's Notified: 2022-10-17 Date Received by ODI: 2022-09-30 Date Added to Database: 2022-10-07
Manufacturers Involved: Braun Ambulances
Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall:
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 22-001
Component: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 1240
Summary:
      Braun Ambulance "Braun" is recalling certain 2018-2022 Chief XL, Express, Express Plus, Liberty, Super Chief, TLC, and Signature Series ambulances. The rear door top striker bolts may become loose and dislodge while the vehicle is in motion.
Consequence:
      Dislodged striker bolts can cause the rear door latch to fail, allowing the door to open during a crash, and increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy:
      Dealers will inspect and replace the striker bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 17, 2022. Owners may contact Braun's customer service at 1-877-344-9990. Braun's number for this recall is 22-001.
Report Initiator: MFR V Report
Regulation Part Number: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: 206
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.