The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·19V546000·Announced 2019-07-24

Braun Recalls 2016-2019 Ford Explorer MXV Wheelchair Vans for Fire Risk

Braun is recalling 2016-2019 Ford Explorer BraunAbility MXV wheelchair accessible vehicles because an electric solenoid may overheat, causing a fire.

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 (electrical wiring) that poses a risk of fire, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for significant injury/property-damage reports or structural defects.

Plain-English summary

Braun Corporation is recalling certain 2016-2019 Ford Explorer BraunAbility MXV wheelchair accessible conversion vehicles. The recall involves 256 vehicles.

The switch-activated electric solenoid used to release the rear seat base latches from the floor-mounted strikers may unintentionally switch and stay on. In this case, the wires may overheat, causing the wiring insulation to melt, possibly resulting in an electrical short circuit. An electrical short circuit increases the risk of a fire.

Dealers will add timer components to the solenoid circuits, free of charge. The recall began August 7, 2019. 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 BRAUNABILITY MXV
Brand
BRAUN
Manufacturer
Braun Corporation
Category
Vehicle — Wheelchair Accessible Conversion
Hazard
Affected units
256

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)

  • BRAUNABILITY MXV

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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