NHTSA Recall 26V533000: Equipment: controls and 2 other components
Halcore Group, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 545 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Horton Critical Care Transport.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V533000 |
|---|---|
| Components | EQUIPMENT › EMERGENCY › SIREN/LIGHTING/STROBES › CONTROLS; EQUIPMENT › ELECTRICAL › INFOTAINMENT › VIDEO (TOUCH)SCREEN/MONITOR/UNIT; EQUIPMENT › EMERGENCY › FIRE SUPRESSION |
| Report received | August 14, 2026 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Halcore Group, Inc. (Halcore) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Horton Type I, Type III, and Critical Care ambulances. The touchscreen display may stop responding to touch commands or fail to power on, preventing the activation of exterior emergency lights, as well as fire fighting and other emergency equipment.
Safety risk
A loss of exterior lights can reduce the visibility of the vehicle to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. Inoperative equipment can delay emergency response, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Weldon Division of Akron will update the firmware and repair the power line, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 5, 2026. Owners may contact Weldon customer service at 1-800-228-1161 or Halcore customer service at 1-800-447-0343.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V533000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Horton Critical Care Transport | 2025, 2026 |
| Horton Type I | 2025, 2026 |
| Horton Type III | 2025, 2026 |
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.