Visibility: defroster/defogger/hvac systemRecall 22V-911 · Braun Ambulances vehicles

Braun Ambulances recall 22V-911 covers 1,321 Braun Ambulances vehicles for a visibility: defroster/defogger/hvac system problem, reported to NHTSA on December 9, 2022. The manufacturer's latest report (2025 Q2) shows 40% of affected vehicles repaired.

40%
Vehicles repaired522 of 1,321 · 2025 Q2
Vehicles affected1,3218 models
ReportedDec 9, 2022Owners notified Dec 15, 2022
Complaints since0Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 22V911000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

Braun Ambulances (Braun) is recalling certain 2014-2022 Chief XL, Express, Express Plus, Liberty, Patriot, Signature, Super Chief, and TLC vehicles. Excessive voltage may damage the condenser fan relay, resulting in failure and overheating of the Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) system.

The risk

HVAC system failure from overheating can increase the risk of a fire.

What to do

The fix

Dealers will replace the relay and install a diode, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 15, 2023. Owners may contact Braun's customer service at 1-877-344-9990. Braun's number for this recall is 2022-02.

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Repair progress

How fast cars are being fixed

40%repaired

Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.

0%50%100%2022 Q42025 Q2