ROAD RESCUE TYPE I 2019: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 20V616000

Make Model Year
ROAD RESCUE TYPE I 2019
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2020-10-28 2020-10-06 2020-10-07

Manufacturers Involved: REV Ambulance Group Orlando, Inc.

Component: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 11

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

REV Ambulance Group Orlando, Inc. "REV" is recalling certain 2019 Road Rescue Type I ambulances. Incorrect material was used for the trip levers used in the rotary latches possibly preventing the doors from being able to be opened.

Consequence

Failure of the rotary latch to function could potentially cause a lock-in or lock-out situation, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

REV will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rotary latches and cable brackets, free of charge. The recall began October 28, 2020. Owners may contact REV customer service at 1-855-661-9232.

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.