NHTSA Recall 26V171000: Escape/egress/exit (structure)
Braun Corporation reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 13 vehicles. It affects 2023–2024 Braun RAM ProMaster.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V171000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STRUCTURE › EMERGENCY › ESCAPE/EGRESS/EXIT |
| Report received | March 20, 2026 |
| Owner notification | August 11, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Ram ProMaster vehicles. The installed window may have the wrong type of glass for an emergency exit. As such, these vehicles fails to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
Safety risk
A noncompliant emergency exit can increase the risk of ejection and injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the window, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed by May 26, 2026. Owners will receive another notice once remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Braun's customer service at 1-800-488-0359.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V171000
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.