Recall 22V751 covers 1,240 2018-2022 Braun Ambulances vehicles for loose rear door striker bolts. Repair is free at any franchised Braun Ambulances dealer.
Braun Ambulances is recalling 1,240 2018-2022 Chief Xl, Express, Express Plus, Liberty, Super Chief, Tlc, and Signature Series ambulances because the rear door top striker bolts can loosen and dislodge while the vehicle is moving. If the latch fails, the rear door can open during a crash and raise injury risk; Braun Ambulances dealers will complete the free repair.
Does this recall apply to your specific vehicle?
The official, free per-VIN recall check is run by NHTSA. Enter your VIN and we'll forward you directly — and add you to a free watchlist so you hear about new recalls for your vehicle.
Check my VIN at NHTSARecallNotify doesn't check your VIN — NHTSA's official tool does. We use your email only to alert you to new recalls.
Watch this vehicle for recalls
Add it to your free watchlist and we will alert you as new federal recalls are posted for your year, make and model. New-recall alerts are rolling out now.
You are on the watchlist.
We will email you as new federal recalls are posted for your vehicle.
What's wrong?
The upper rear door striker bolt on these Braun Ambulances models is the fixed latch point for the rear door. When the door closes, the latch grabs this striker so the door stays shut while the ambulance is moving. It is a small part, but it carries the load every time the door closes and every time the body vibrates on the road.
On affected ambulances, the striker bolt loses clamp force at the top header. The filing points to fit and installation problems: a gap behind the reinforcement plate, improper torque, a nut plate that catches instead of seating flat, body filler or weld interference, and too much shimming. Once the joint relaxes, vibration and door impact loosen the fastener. The striker bolt can then back out or dislodge while the vehicle is in motion.
The warning sign is visible movement at the upper rear striker pin, or a pin that has already come loose. If you see that, treat the rear door latch as suspect until a Braun Ambulances dealer or service center inspects it.
Who's affected?
Spans 7 ambulance models across the 2018-2022 model years, all tied to the same upper rear striker door latch bolt.
| 2019 Braun Ambulances Super Chief | Latch |
|---|---|
| 2020 Braun Ambulances Express Plus | Latch |
| 2019 Braun Ambulances Liberty | Latch |
| 2020 Braun Ambulances Tlc | Latch |
| 2019 Braun Ambulances Chief Xl | Latch |
| 2018 Braun Ambulances Chief Xl | Latch |
| 2021 Braun Ambulances Express | Latch |
| 2022 Braun Ambulances Signature Series | Latch |
| 2018 Braun Ambulances Tlc | Latch |
| 2020 Braun Ambulances Chief Xl | Latch |
| 2022 Braun Ambulances Tlc | Latch |
| 2022 Braun Ambulances Express | Latch |
| 2019 Braun Ambulances Express Plus | Latch |
| 2018 Braun Ambulances Express Plus | Latch |
| 2022 Braun Ambulances Liberty | Latch |
| 2021 Braun Ambulances Liberty | Latch |
| 2018 Braun Ambulances Liberty | Latch |
| 2020 Braun Ambulances Signature Series | Latch |
| 2019 Braun Ambulances Signature Series | Latch |
| 2018 Braun Ambulances Signature Series | Latch |
| 2022 Braun Ambulances Super Chief | Latch |
| 2020 Braun Ambulances Super Chief | Latch |
| 2018 Braun Ambulances Super Chief | Latch |
| 2022 Braun Ambulances Chief Xl | Latch |
| 2019 Braun Ambulances Tlc | Latch |
| 2021 Braun Ambulances Signature Series | Latch |
| 2021 Braun Ambulances Tlc | Latch |
| 2020 Braun Ambulances Express | Latch |
| 2019 Braun Ambulances Express | Latch |
| 2018 Braun Ambulances Express | Latch |
| 2022 Braun Ambulances Express Plus | Latch |
| 2021 Braun Ambulances Express Plus | Latch |
| 2020 Braun Ambulances Liberty | Latch |
| 2021 Braun Ambulances Super Chief | Latch |
| 2021 Braun Ambulances Chief Xl | Latch |
| Units affected | 1,240 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 2 field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
Loose or dislodged rear door striker bolts can let the latch fail. In a crash, that failure can allow the rear door to open and increase the risk of injury. Treat a loose striker pin or loose rear door hardware as a reason to contact the dealer promptly. Repair is free at any franchised Braun Ambulances dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018-2022 Braun Ambulances Chief Xl, Express, Express Plus, Liberty, Signature Series, Super Chief, or Tlc ambulance is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Braun Ambulances dealer to schedule the free rear door striker-bolt inspection and replacement that keeps the rear door latch secured.
- Bring the recall notice if Braun Ambulances mailed one, or reference recall number 22V751 and Braun recall 22-001 when you call.
- Call Braun Ambulances customer service at 1-877-344-9990 with questions before the dealer visit.
- Avoid carrying loose items near the rear doors until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Braun Ambulances technician inspects the rear door top striker bolts and replaces the striker bolts covered by recall 22V751. The recall repair is free, including parts and labor. Braun Ambulances has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for this repair before the recall notice. Keep repair documentation available and contact Braun's customer service at 1-877-344-9990 to ask how to submit a reimbursement claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| September 30, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 10, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| October 14, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| October 17, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
| October 17, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V751?
Recall 22V751 covers 1,240 2018-2022 Braun Ambulances Chief Xl, Express, Express Plus, Liberty, Signature Series, Super Chief, and Tlc ambulances. The rear door top striker bolts can loosen and dislodge, which can let the rear door latch fail and allow the door to open during a crash.
What should I do if my 2018-2022 Braun Ambulances Chief Xl, Express, Express Plus, Liberty, Signature Series, Super Chief, or Tlc is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific ambulance is included in recall 22V751. If it is, contact a Braun Ambulances dealer to schedule the striker-bolt inspection and replacement. Reference recall 22V751 or Braun recall number 22-001 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Braun Ambulances dealers will inspect and replace the rear door striker bolts free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is a rear door that opens during a crash. If the striker bolts dislodge, the rear door latch can fail, increasing the risk of injury for people in or near the ambulance. The repair replaces the affected striker bolts.
When were owner letters mailed for recall 22V751?
Braun Ambulances mailed owner notification letters on October 17, 2022. If you own one of these ambulances and never received a letter, check your VIN and call Braun customer service at 1-877-344-9990 with recall number 22-001.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V751000 |
|---|---|
| Braun Ambulances customer service | 1-877-344-9990 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V751 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V751000 |
Source documents
-
Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →