Safety Recall NHTSA · 24V001000 Reported January 4, 2024

Overloaded electrical system may cause fire

Braun Northwest · N/A · 2 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
24V001000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
2
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
January 4, 2024
Completion Rate
0.00

Defect Summary

Braun northwest is recalling certain 2020-2021 northstar ambulances. in the event of a short circuit or wiring failure, the firmware in the vehicle multiplex system may fail to shut off the output pin, resulting in overloaded electrical circuits.

Safety Consequence

Overloaded electrical circuits can overheat, increasing the risk of fire.

Corrective Action

Braun northwest will update the firmware, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed january 12, 20224. owners may contact braun northwest customer service at 1-877-344-9990.

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 Northwest dealer and reference recall ID 24V001000 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 24V001000

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

What is recall 24V001000?

NHTSA recall 24V001000 was issued by Braun Northwest on January 4, 2024. It addresses: Overloaded electrical system may cause fire. The recall affects approximately 2 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Braun Northwest dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 24V001000 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.