The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·13V106000·Announced 2013-03-25

Braun Recalls Vision Rear Entry Vehicles Due to Track Bar Weld Defect

Braun is recalling 2008-2013 Vision Rear Entry vehicles because improperly welded track bar mounts could separate, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (improperly welded track bar) that could result in loss of vehicle control and a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Braun Corporation is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 Vision Rear Entry mobility conversion vehicles built on Dodge and Chrysler minivan chassis. The vehicles were manufactured between December 20, 2012, and March 21, 2013. The recall addresses a defect where the track bar mount assemblies were not properly welded during manufacturing, resulting in one or more missing welds on the track bar.

If the track bar separates from the rear axle, it may drag the ground and unexpectedly alter the control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. This is a structural defect affecting the vehicle's suspension system.

Braun will notify owners, and dealers will repair or replace the entire track bar mounting assembly free of charge. The recall began on May 8, 2013. Owners may contact Braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
BRAUN VISION REAR ENTRY
Brand
BRAUN
Manufacturer
Braun Corporation
Category
Vehicle — Mobility Conversion
Hazard
Affected units
62

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • VISION REAR ENTRY

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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