NORTHSTAR AMBULANCE 2021: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 24V001000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| NORTHSTAR | AMBULANCE | 2021 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2024-01-12 | 2024-01-04 | 2024-01-05 |
Manufacturers Involved: Braun Northwest
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 2
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Braun Northwest is recalling certain 2020-2021 Northstar ambulances. In the event of a short circuit or wiring failure, the firmware in the vehicle multiplex system may fail to shut off the output pin, resulting in overloaded electrical circuits.
Overloaded electrical circuits can overheat, increasing the risk of fire.
Braun Northwest will update the firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 12, 20224. Owners may contact Braun Northwest customer service at 1-877-344-9990.
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.
