Electrical harness can become crushed
Defect Summary
Braun corporation (braun) is recalling certain model year 2016 mxv vehicles manufactured february 8, 2016, to june 23, 2016 and built on a ford explorer chassis. the passenger seat electrical harness may be incorrectly routed and can be crushed between the seat structure and the seat riser manufactured as part of the wheelchair accessible conversion.
Safety Consequence
The crushed seat harness may prevent correct passenger air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action
Braun will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat wiring harness routing. improperly routed and/or damaged harnesses will be replaced and correctly routed as required, free of charge. the recall began on august 26, 2016. owners may contact braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359.
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FAQ: Recall 16V555000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V555000?
NHTSA recall 16V555000 was issued by Braun Corporation on July 26, 2016. It addresses: Electrical harness can become crushed. The recall affects approximately 139 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Braun Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V555000 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.