NHTSA Recall 24V307000: Electrical system
Braun Ambulances reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 29 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Braun Ambulances Chief XL Type I.
| NHTSA campaign | 24V307000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 24-003 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Report received | April 30, 2024 |
| Owner notification | June 17, 2024 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Braun Ambulances (Braun Ambulances) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Chief XL I, Chief XL III, Express Plus I, Express III, and Liberty I vehicles. In the event of a short circuit or wiring failure, the firmware in the node may fail to shut off the output pin, resulting in overloaded electrical circuits.
Safety risk
Overloaded electrical circuits can overheat, increasing the risk of fire.
Remedy
Dealers will update the firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 17, 2024. Owners may contact Braun Ambulances customer service at 1-877-344-9990. Braun Ambulances number for this recall is 24-003.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 24V307000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Braun Ambulances Chief XL Type I | 2023, 2024 |
| Braun Ambulances Chief XL Type III | 2023, 2026 |
| Braun Ambulances Express Plus Type I | 2023, 2024 |
| Braun Ambulances Express Type III | 2023, 2024 |
| Braun Ambulances Liberty Type I | 2023, 2024 |
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.