Braun Northwest is recalling certain 2020-2021 Northstar ambulances. In the event of a short circuit or wiring failure, the firmware in the vehicle multiplex system may fail to shut off the output pin, resulting in overloaded electrical circuits.
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Identifiers in this source record
2021 NORTHSTAR AMBULANCEPart: 6030-2000-002020 NORTHSTAR AMBULANCEVehicle: VIN plus the year, make and model. Car seat or equipment: Manufacturer, model and production date from the label. Tire: Brand, tire line, size and DOT tire identification number.
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Overloaded electrical circuits can overheat, increasing the risk of fire.
Official action
Braun Northwest will update the firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 12, 20224. Owners may contact Braun Northwest customer service at 1-877-344-9990.
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Read the full official instructionsProduct & source details
- Product
- 2021 NORTHSTAR AMBULANCE
- Brand or manufacturer
- NORTHSTAR
- Source
- NHTSA
- Notice type
- Recall
- Source reference
- 24V001000
- Category
- Vehicles & road safety