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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 20V316000

2019 Braun Ambulances Liberty Type I — Suspension: rear

Published May 29, 2020 · Recall initiated: May 29, 2020

Summary

NHTSA records recall 20V316000, published May 29, 2020. Recalling firm: Braun Industries, Inc.; 2019 Braun Ambulances Liberty Type I — Suspension: rear.

What's the hazard

Braun Ambulances (Braun) is recalling certain 2019 Chief XL Type I and Liberty ambulances built on Ram 4500 or 5500 chassis equipped with Compressible Liquid Adaptive Suspension Systems (C.L.A.S.S.), part numbers DS135RS3A, DS135RS3AF, DS135RS3-DM. The rear brake caliper flexible line may have been routed so that it contacts a suspension component, possibly causing excessive wear and a loss of rear brakes. The affected system component is the rear brake caliper flexible line which may be causing brake caliper to wear due to contact suspension components.

What to do

Braun will notify owners and dealers will replace the rear brake caliper flexible lines and hardware, free of charge. The recall began July 21, 2020. Owners may contact Braun at 1-877-344-9990.

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Recall details

Brand
BRAUN AMBULANCES
Model
LIBERTY TYPE I
Manufacturer
Braun Industries, Inc.
Lot
2019 BRAUN AMBULANCES LIBERTY TYPE I
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2019 Braun Ambulances Liberty Type I — Suspension: rear recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 20V316000 on May 29, 2020. Reported hazard: Braun Ambulances (Braun) is recalling certain 2019 Chief XL Type I and Liberty ambulances built on Ram 4500 or 5500 chassis equipped with Compressible Liquid Adaptive Suspension Systems (C.L.A.S.S.), part numbers DS135RS3A, DS135RS3AF, DS135RS3-DM. The rear brake caliper flexible line may have been routed so that it contacts a suspension component, possibly causing excessive wear and a loss of rear brakes. The affected system component is the rear brake caliper flexible line which may be causing brake caliper to wear due to contact suspension components.

What should I do if I have this product?

Braun will notify owners and dealers will replace the rear brake caliper flexible lines and hardware, free of charge. The recall began July 21, 2020. Owners may contact Braun at 1-877-344-9990.

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

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: BRAUN AMBULANCES. Model: LIBERTY TYPE I.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)