SeatsRecall 16V-703 · 2016–2017 Aev Traumahawk
Halcore Group, Inc. recall 16V-703 covers 41 2016–2017 Aev Traumahawk for a seats problem, reported to NHTSA on September 30, 2016. The manufacturer's latest report (2018 Q1) shows 68% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 16V703000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Halcore Group, Inc. (Halcore) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 American Emergency Vehicle (AEV) Traumahawk ambulances manufactured August 1, 2016, to September 28, 2016. Due to a problem with the seat tracks, the attendant seat(s) on the affected vehicles may unexpectedly move in a rapid deceleration event such as a crash.
The risk
In the event of a crash, the seat may move forward at a high rate of speed, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
The fix
Halcore will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat tracks, free of charge. The recall began on October 29, 2016. Owners may contact AEV Warranty/Customer Service Department at 1-800-374-9749, or by email at.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
68%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from August 1, 2016 to September 28, 2016. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.