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SevereNHTSA·26V098000·Announced 2026-02-20

Demers Ambulances Recall FXP174 Models for Seat Floor Strength Defect

Braun Industries is recalling 2025-2026 Demers FXP174 ambulances because the floor may not securely hold seats during a crash, increasing injury risk.

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 (insufficient floor strength for seat anchorage) that fails to meet federal safety standards, which corresponds to the 'Severe' category in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Braun Industries, Inc. (Braun Ambulances) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Demers FXP174 ambulances. The recall addresses a defect where the vehicle floor may have insufficient strength to secure the seats in position during a crash. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 207, "Seating Systems," and 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."

The structural failure may prevent the seat from properly restraining an occupant during a crash, which increases the risk of injury. The source text does not report any specific injuries or fatalities associated with this defect.

The remedy for this defect is currently under development. However, the source states that all affected vehicles were repaired by June 22, 2026. Owners may contact Braun Ambulances' customer service at 1-800-363-7591. Braun Ambulances' number for this recall is 2026-1.

The recalled product

Product
Demers Ambulances FXP174
Brand
Demers Ambulances
Manufacturer
Braun Industries, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Ambulance
Hazard
Affected units
7

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)

  • FXP174

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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