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NHTSARecalled Sep 30, 2016 · #16V703000

Seats may Unexpectedly Move

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Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Halcore Group, Inc. (Halcore) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 American Emergency Vehicle (AEV) Traumahawk ambulances manufactured August 1, 2016, to September 28, 2016. Due to a problem with the seat tracks, the attendant seat(s) on the affected vehicles may unexpectedly move in a rapid deceleration event such as a crash. In the event of a crash, the seat may move forward at a high rate of speed, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.

Product details

Product
  • Seats may Unexpectedly Move
  • 2016-2017 American Emergency
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Halcore Group, Inc.
Model numbers
2017 American
UPCs

What you should do

Halcore will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat tracks, free of charge. The recall began on October 29, 2016. Owners may contact AEV Warranty/Customer Service Department at 1-800-374-9749, or by email at warranty@aev.com.

View the official CPSC notice