2016 AEV TRAUMAHAWK Recalls
Item Affected: SEATS
Date Announced: 09/30/2016
Description of Recall: 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.
Conequence: 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.
Action Need To Fix It: 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 [email protected].
Notes: 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.
Item Affected: EQUIPMENT
Date Announced: 12/15/2016
Description of Recall: Halcore Group, Inc. (Halcore) is recalling certain 2016 AEV Traumahawk ambulances manufactured March 20, 2016, to October 28, 2016. The affected vehicles are equipped with Stryker Medical Performance cot mounts that may not securely attach the cot into place.
Conequence: If the cot dislodges from its mount, serious injury may occur to the patient and/or to individuals within the ambulance body.
Action Need To Fix It: All affected vehicles have been contacted by Stryker, received a remedy kit and the vehicles have been repaired, therefore an owner notification letter will not be issued for this campaign. Owners may contact AEV customer service at 1-800-374-9749.
Notes: 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.
