NHTSA Recall 15V828000: Electrical system
Halcore Group, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 18 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Horton Ambulance 453.
| NHTSA campaign | 15V828000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Report received | December 9, 2015 |
| Owner notification | January 4, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Halcore Group, Inc. (Halcore) is recalling certain model year 2015 Horton 623, 603, 503, 553 and 453 ambulances manufactured October 1, 2015, to November 16, 2015 and equipped with the i4G system for controlling the ambulance body electrics. Due to a circuit board component being installed incorrectly, the ambulance body may have electrical system failure of the interior and exterior lights, as well as other life saving electrical equipment such as the oxygen system.
Safety risk
Failure of ambulance body electrics can hinder emergency response and/or rescue efforts, increasing the risk of injury to ambulance patients.
Remedy
Halcore will notify owners, and Horton will replace the affected electrical component, free of charge. The recall began on January 4, 2016. Owners may contact Horton customer service at 1-800-282-5113.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 15V828000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Horton Ambulance 453 | 2015 |
| Horton Ambulance 503 | 2015 |
| Horton Ambulance 553 | 2015 |
| Horton Ambulance 603 | 2015 |
| Horton Ambulance 623 | 2015 |
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.