AEV 2016–2017 Structure recall
Recalled September 13, 2017 · NHTSA recall 17V566000 · AEV
Hazard
If the door striker bolts fail under load, the door may open in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
AEV will notify owners, and dealers will replace the striker bolts, free of charge. The recall began on September 15, 2017. Owners may contact AEV customer service at 1-800-374-9749. Halcore's number for this recall is 17E-038.
Units
4 units
Description
Halcore Group, Inc. (Halcore) is recalling certain 2016-2017 American Emergency Vehicles (AEV) Traumahawk type III ambulances, equipped with door striker bolts that may fail under load. As such, these bolts fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door locks and door retention components."
What to do
AEV will notify owners, and dealers will replace the striker bolts, free of charge. The recall began on September 15, 2017. Owners may contact AEV customer service at 1-800-374-9749. Halcore's number for this recall is 17E-038.
Product
AEV TRAUMAHAWK
Manufacturer(s)
Halcore Group, Inc.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →