NHTSA Recall 09V108000: Anchorage (seat belts)
MEDTEC AMBULANCE CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 72 vehicles. It affects 2007–2009 Medtec Ambulance.
| NHTSA campaign | 09V108000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SEAT BELTS › FRONT › ANCHORAGE |
| Report received | April 1, 2009 |
| Owner notification | May 15, 2009 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Medtec is recalling 72 my 2007-2009 additional duty ambulances. The seat belt anchors for the squad bench are fastened to the sidewall of the ambulance body, using 1/4-20 self-threading machine screws. In some cases, incorrect mounting screws were installed. The seat belt anchors could pull free of the wall mounting.
Safety risk
If this were to happen, serious injury or death could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the seat belt anchors and make sure the anchor fasteners are tight and the fasteners are not missing or partially pulled out. The recall is expected to begin during may 2009. Owners may contact medec at 1-866-263-3832.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 09V108000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.