Electrical system: wiringRecall 19V-546 · 2016–2019 Braun Braunability MXV
Braun Corporation recall 19V-546 covers 256 2016–2019 Braun Braunability MXV for a electrical system: wiring problem, reported to NHTSA on July 24, 2019. The manufacturer's latest report (2020 Q4) shows 56% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 19V546000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Ford Explorer BraunAbility MXV wheelchair accessible conversion vehicles. The switch-activated electric solenoid used to release the rear seat base latches from the floor-mounted strikers may unintentionally switch and stay on. In this case, the wires may overheat, causing the wiring insulation to melt, possibly resulting in an electrical short circuit.
The risk
An electrical short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
Braun has notified owners, and dealers will add timer components to the solenoid circuits, free of charge. The recall began August 7, 2019. Owners may contact Braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359.
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
56%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from December 11, 2017 to June 7, 2019. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.