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SevereNHTSA·17V131000·Announced 2017-03-01

REV Recalls 2017 Ambulances Due to Rear Brake Bolt Torque Issue

REV Ambulance Group is recalling 69 specific 2017 Type I ambulances because overtightened rear brake bolts may cause loss of braking power.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect in the braking system that may result in a complete loss of rear brake power, increasing the risk of a crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for significant injury risk.

Plain-English summary

REV Ambulance Group Orlando, INC. is recalling certain 2017 Marque, Frontline, Wheeled Coach, McCoy-Miller, and Road Rescue Type I ambulances. These vehicles were built on Ford F-350, F-450, or F-550 chassis and are equipped with Compressible Liquid Adaptive Suspension Systems (C.L.A.S.S.) made by LiquidSpring. The recall covers a total of 69 affected units.

The defect involves an incorrect torque specification that may have caused the rear brake caliper banjo bolts to be overtightened. This improper tightening may result in a partial or complete loss of rear brake power, which increases the risk of a crash.

The recall began in April 2017. LiquidSpring dealers will replace the rear brake banjo bolts free of charge. Owners may contact LiquidSpring customer service at 1-765-474-7816 extension 1 or by email at [email protected], or REV customer service at 1-800-628-8178. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
MARQUE, FRONTLINE, WHEELED COACH TYPE I
Brand
MARQUE
Manufacturer
REV Ambulance Group Orlando, INC.
Category
Vehicle — Ambulance
Hazard
Affected units
69

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)

  • TYPE I

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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