BRAUN BRAUNABILITY MXV 2016: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 19V546000

Make Model Year
BRAUN BRAUNABILITY MXV 2016
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2019-08-07 2019-07-24 2019-07-24

Production Dates: 2017-12-11 - 2019-06-07

Manufacturers Involved: Braun Corporation

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 256

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Braun Corporation "Braun" is recalling certain 2016-2019 Ford Explorer BraunAbility MXV wheelchair accessible conversion vehicles. The switch-activated electric solenoid used to release the rear seat base latches from the floor-mounted strikers may unintentionally switch and stay on. In this case, the wires may overheat, causing the wiring insulation to melt, possibly resulting in an electrical short circuit.

Consequence

An electrical short circuit increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Braun has notified owners, and dealers will add timer components to the solenoid circuits, free of charge. The recall began August 7, 2019. Owners may contact Braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359.

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.