Safety Recall NHTSA · 21V817000 Reported October 18, 2021

Possible transmission fluid leak

Braun Corporation · Power Train · 639 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
21V817000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
Power Train
Vehicles Affected
639
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
October 18, 2021
Completion Rate
73.67

Defect Summary

Braun corporation (braun) is recalling certain 2020-2021 chevrolet traverse wheelchair accessible vehicles with power in-floor ramp conversion. the screw and clip that hold the inner wheel-well plastic shroud in place may chafe against the transmission case, possibly resulting in a transmission fluid leak.

Safety Consequence

A transmission fluid leak can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. in addition, a leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the screw and clip, and inspect for signs of contact with the transmission, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed november 29, 2021. owners may contact braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Braun Corporation dealer and reference recall ID 21V817000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 21V817000

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

What is recall 21V817000?

NHTSA recall 21V817000 was issued by Braun Corporation on October 18, 2021. It addresses: Possible transmission fluid leak. The recall affects approximately 639 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Braun Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 21V817000 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.