HORTON TYPE I 2018: EQUIPMENT

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 19V742000

Make Model Year
HORTON TYPE I 2018
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2019-11-07 2019-10-17 2019-10-17

Production Dates: 2018-06-01 - 2019-07-12

Manufacturers Involved: Halcore Group, Inc.

Component: EQUIPMENT

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 11

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Halcore Group, Inc. "Halcore" is recalling certain 2018-2019 Horton Type I & Type III ambulances. The D-cylinder oxygen tank bracket may loosen, allowing the oxygen tank to separate and become airborne in the event of a crash.

Consequence

An unsecured oxygen tank may strike ambulance occupants and increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Remedy

Halcore will notify owners, and Ziamatic will refund the purchase price paid, or provide replacement bracket assemblies, free of charge. The recall began November 7, 2019. Owners may contact Halcore customer service at 1-800-447-0343.

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.