The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·20V316000·Announced 2020-05-29

Braun Ambulances Recall 2019 Models Due to Rear Brake Line Wear

Braun Ambulances is recalling 2019 Chief XL and Liberty ambulances because a rear brake line may wear, causing brake failure and 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 in the braking system that can lead to a complete loss of rear brakes and an increased risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Braun Ambulances is recalling certain 2019 Chief XL Type I and Liberty Type I ambulances built on Ram 4500 or 5500 chassis. These vehicles are equipped with Compressible Liquid Adaptive Suspension Systems (C.L.A.S.S.) and specific part numbers DS135RS3A, DS135RS3AF, or DS135RS3-DM.

The recall addresses a defect where the rear brake caliper flexible line may be routed in a way that causes it to contact a suspension component. This contact can lead to excessive wear on the line, potentially resulting in brake fluid leakage and a partial or complete loss of rear brakes, which increases the risk of a crash.

The recall began on July 21, 2020. Dealers will replace the rear brake caliper flexible lines and hardware free of charge. Owners may contact Braun at 1-877-344-9990 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
BRAUN AMBULANCES CHIEF XL TYPE I, LIBERTY TYPE I
Brand
BRAUN AMBULANCES
Manufacturer
Braun Ambulances
Category
Vehicle — Ambulance
Hazard
Affected units
10

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 (2)

  • CHIEF XL TYPE I
  • LIBERTY TYPE I

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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