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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 17V120000

2017 Aev Traumahawk — Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Published February 28, 2017 · Recall initiated: February 27, 2017

Summary

NHTSA records recall 17V120000, published February 28, 2017 and initiated February 27, 2017. Recalling firm: Halcore Group, Inc.; 2017 Aev Traumahawk — Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings.

What's the hazard

Halcore Group, Inc. (Halcore) is recalling certain 2017 American Emergency Vehicle (AEV) Traumahawk Type I ambulances built on Ford F-350, F-450, or F-550 chassis equipped with Compressible Liquid Adaptive Suspension Systems (C.L.A.S.S.) made by LiquidSpring. Due to an incorrect torque specification, the rear brake caliper banjo bolts may have been overtightened.

What to do

Halcore will notify owners, and LiquidSpring dealers will replace the rear brake banjo bolts, free of charge. The recall began on March 13, 2017. Owners may contact LiquidSpring customer service at 1-765-474-7816 extension 1 or at service@liquidspring.com or AEV customer service at 1-800-374-9749.

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Recall details

Brand
AEV
Model
TRAUMAHAWK
Manufacturer
Halcore Group, Inc.
Lot
2017 AEV TRAUMAHAWK
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2017 Aev Traumahawk — Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 17V120000 on February 28, 2017. Reported hazard: Halcore Group, Inc. (Halcore) is recalling certain 2017 American Emergency Vehicle (AEV) Traumahawk Type I ambulances built on Ford F-350, F-450, or F-550 chassis equipped with Compressible Liquid Adaptive Suspension Systems (C.L.A.S.S.) made by LiquidSpring. Due to an incorrect torque specification, the rear brake caliper banjo bolts may have been overtightened.

What should I do if I have this product?

Halcore will notify owners, and LiquidSpring dealers will replace the rear brake banjo bolts, free of charge. The recall began on March 13, 2017. Owners may contact LiquidSpring customer service at 1-765-474-7816 extension 1 or at service@liquidspring.com or AEV customer service at 1-800-374-9749.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: AEV. Model: TRAUMAHAWK.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)