Recall 09V108000: Medtec ambulance corporation

Report received

Apr 1, 2009

Manufacturer

Medtec ambulance corporation

Potentially affected

72vehicles

Model years

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Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

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.

Possible consequence

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

Remedy

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.