Recall of 2025-2026 Demers FXP174 Ambulances for Seat Security Issues

Vehicle Recalls high NHTSA · · United States

Braun Industries is recalling certain 2025-2026 Demers FXP174 ambulances due to potential floor weakness that may fail to secure seats during a crash, increasing injury risk.

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Recall Article

What Happened

Braun Industries, Inc. is recalling certain 2025-2026 Demers FXP174 ambulances because the floor may lack sufficient strength to secure seats in position during a crash, failing to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 207 and 210.

Which Products Are Affected

The affected products are 2025 and 2026 model year Demers FXP174 ambulances. The NHTSA campaign number is 26V098000, and approximately 14 units are affected. No specific UPCs or model numbers beyond FXP174 are provided.

What You Should Do

Owners should expect to receive interim notification letters by March 9, 2026. Contact Braun Ambulances' customer service at 1-800-363-7591 for more information. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, and the recall number is 2026-1.

Why This Matters

This recall highlights a safety concern where structural failure could prevent seats from properly restraining occupants during a crash, thereby increasing the risk of injury.

Source

NHTSA Recall Campaign Number: 26V098000

Source: NHTSA Official Notice

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is this vehicle recalls alert about?
Braun Industries is recalling certain 2025-2026 Demers FXP174 ambulances due to potential floor weakness that may fail to secure seats during a crash, increasing injury risk.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by NHTSA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects United States. Check with NHTSA for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more vehicle recalls alerts?
Browse all vehicle recalls alerts on Areazine at areazine.com/recalls/vehicles/ for the latest updates from NHTSA and other agencies.