Safety Recall NHTSA · 09V108000 Reported April 1, 2009

Seat belt anchors

Q: What is recall 09V108000?

NHTSA recall 09V108000 was issued by Medtec Ambulance Corporation on April 1, 2009. It addresses: Seat belt anchors. The recall affects approximately 72 vehicles , with the defect involving the Seat Belts component.

Q: Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls . NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

Q: How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Medtec Ambulance Corporation · Seat Belts · 72 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

09V108000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Medtec Ambulance Corporation

Component

Seat Belts

Vehicles Affected

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

April 1, 2009

Defect Summary

Medtec is recalling 72 my 2007-2009 additional duty ambulances. the seat belt anchors for the squad bench are fastened to the sidewall of the ambulance body, using 1/4-20 self-threading machine screws. in some cases, incorrect mounting screws were installed. the seat belt anchors could pull free of the wall mounting.

Safety Consequence

If this were to happen, serious injury or death could occur.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the seat belt anchors and make sure the anchor fasteners are tight and the fasteners are not missing or partially pulled out. the recall is expected to begin during may 2009. owners may contact medec at 1-866-263-3832.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Medtec Ambulance Corporation dealer and reference recall ID 09V108000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 09V108000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 09V108000?

NHTSA recall 09V108000 was issued by Medtec Ambulance Corporation on April 1, 2009. It addresses: Seat belt anchors. The recall affects approximately 72 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seat Belts component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Medtec Ambulance Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 09V108000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.