NHTSA Recall 13V213000
NHTSA Campaign Id 13V213000; Date: May. 20, 2013
When the electrical power is interrupted, the siren, warning lights, and patient compartment lights may not operate. There may be a loss of power to life saving equipment in the patient compartment. In the event of an emergency, the ambulance may not be able to alert other vehicles of its presence, slowing its trip to the hospital and increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2008 Dodge Sprinter 2500
Component: Electrical System
Manufactured by: Wheeled Coach Industries, Inc.
Affected Units:: 6
Recall Summary:
Road rescue is recalling certain ambulances built on model year 2008 Dodge sprinter 2500 chassis from April 2008 through December 2008. The failure of a power disconnect solenoid terminates the flow of electricity to the ambulance conversion.
How to Fix:
Wheeled coach industries, inc. Will notify owners, and a wheeled coach/road rescue service center will replace the defective solenoid, free of charge. The recall began on may 31, 2013. Owners may contact road rescue at 1-800-628-8178.
Recall 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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: May 31, 2013
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