2023–2024 Braun Ambulances Chief XL Type I, 2023–2026 Braun Ambulances Chief XL Type Iii, 2023–2024 Braun Ambulances Express Plus Type I and 2 other models Recall: In the event of a short circuit or wiring failure, the firmware in the…
NHTSA campaign 24V307000 · Electrical System · filed Apr 30, 2024 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Braun Ambulances (Braun Ambulances) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Chief XL I, Chief XL III, Express Plus I, Express III, and Liberty I vehicles. In the event of a short circuit or wiring failure, the firmware in the node may fail to shut off the output pin, resulting in overloaded electrical circuits.
The risk
Overloaded electrical circuits can overheat, increasing the risk of fire.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Dealers will update the firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 17, 2024. Owners may contact Braun Ambulances customer service at 1-877-344-9990. Braun Ambulances number for this recall is 24-003.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 24V307000 (manufacturer number 24-003). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.