Recall 25V914 covers 162 2021-2026 Braun Ambulances emergency vehicles for battery isolator failure. Repair is free through Braun Service or an authorized dealer.
Braun Ambulances is recalling 162 2021-2026 Liberty Type I, Express Plus Type I, and Chief Xl Type Iii emergency vehicles equipped with a Pran system because the battery isolator can fail. That failure can shut down exterior lighting and patient support systems, reducing visibility or delaying care; Braun Ambulances dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The battery isolator switch in these Braun Ambulances emergency vehicles is part of the Pran electrical system. Its job is to manage battery power to the ambulance module and keep the system control screens powered when the vehicle starts. Those screens control access to electrical functions crews rely on, including interior lighting, exterior lighting, and patient support systems.
The problem is inside the Pran ECU04 battery isolator. Internal module components can disconnect, which cuts power to the system control screens. When that happens, the screens do not come on and the ambulance can lose those electrical systems instead of bringing them online at start up.
The warning sign appears when the vehicle is started. The Pran screens do not activate. That startup failure is the sign owners and operators are told to watch for before the ambulance is placed in service.
Who's affected?
Spans seven Braun Ambulances ambulance models across the 2021-2026 model years, all tied to the battery isolator switch in the electrical system.
| 2025 Braun Ambulances Liberty Type I | electrical system |
|---|---|
| 2025 Braun Ambulances Select Chief Xl I | electrical system |
| 2021 Braun Ambulances Express Plus Type I | electrical system |
| 2022 Braun Ambulances Express Plus Type I | electrical system |
| 2023 Braun Ambulances Express Plus Type I | electrical system |
| 2024 Braun Ambulances Express Plus Type I | electrical system |
| 2024 Braun Ambulances Liberty Type I | electrical system |
| 2023 Braun Ambulances Liberty Type I | electrical system |
| 2022 Braun Ambulances Liberty Type I | electrical system |
| 2021 Braun Ambulances Liberty Type I | electrical system |
| 2022 Braun Ambulances Chief Xl Type I | electrical system |
| 2023 Braun Ambulances Chief Xl Type I | electrical system |
| 2021 Braun Ambulances Chief Xl Type Iii | electrical system |
| 2022 Braun Ambulances Chief Xl Type Iii | electrical system |
| 2023 Braun Ambulances Chief Xl Type Iii | electrical system |
| 2024 Braun Ambulances Chief Xl Type I | electrical system |
| 2026 Braun Ambulances Chief Xl Type Iii | electrical system |
| 2026 Braun Ambulances Chief Xl Type I | electrical system |
| 2025 Braun Ambulances Chief Xl Type I | electrical system |
| 2021 Braun Ambulances Chief Xl Type I | electrical system |
| 2025 Braun Ambulances Express Plus Type I | electrical system |
| 2025 Braun Ambulances Express Type Iii | electrical system |
| 2025 Braun Ambulances Super Chief Type I | electrical system |
| 2025 Braun Ambulances Chief Xl Type Iii | electrical system |
| 2024 Braun Ambulances Chief Xl Type Iii | electrical system |
| Units affected | 162 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 8 field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
Exterior lights can fail at startup, making the ambulance harder for other drivers to see and increasing crash risk. Patient support systems can also fail to activate, delaying care and increasing injury risk. If the Pran screens stay off at startup, keep the ambulance out of service and call Braun Ambulances or an authorized dealer. Repair is free at any franchised Braun Ambulances dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2021-2026 Braun Ambulances emergency vehicle is included in this recall.
- Contact Braun Service or an authorized Braun Ambulances dealer to schedule the free software update, wiring modification, and battery-isolator replacement that fixes the Pran-system electrical failure.
- Bring the recall notice if Braun Ambulances mailed one. If not, reference recall number 25V914 and Braun Ambulances recall 2025-02 when you call.
- Keep the vehicle out of emergency service if exterior lighting or patient support systems are not working before the repair.
- Call Braun Ambulances customer service at 1-877-344-9990 with repair or scheduling questions.
What happens at the repair
At Braun Service or an authorized dealer, a Braun Ambulances technician updates the Pran system software, modifies the wiring, and replaces the battery isolator. The recall work is available now, and parts and labor are covered at no cost to the customer. If you've already paid for related repairs, contact the Braun Service department for reimbursement. Braun says claims are handled through that department by phone at 877-344-9990 or by email at braunservice@braunambulances.com.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| December 31, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 5, 2026 | Dealer notification began |
| January 12, 2026 | Owner notification mailed |
| January 15, 2026 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| January 16, 2026 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V914?
Recall 25V914 covers 162 2021-2026 Braun Ambulances emergency vehicles equipped with a Pran system. The battery isolator can fail and cut power to electrical systems, including exterior lighting and patient support systems. Braun Service or an authorized dealer will update software, modify wiring, and replace the isolator for free.
What should I do if my 2021-2026 Braun Ambulances emergency vehicle is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 25V914. If it is, contact Braun Ambulances or an authorized dealer to schedule the software update, wiring modification, and battery isolator replacement. Reference Braun recall number 2025-02 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Braun Service or an authorized dealer will update the software, modify the wiring, and replace the battery isolator free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is a loss of electrical systems during emergency vehicle operation. If exterior lights go out, other drivers have less visibility of the vehicle, increasing crash risk. If patient support systems lose power, patient care can be delayed, increasing injury risk.
When were owners notified about recall 25V914?
Braun Ambulances mailed owner notification letters on January 12, 2026. The notice explains the recall and directs owners to Braun Service or an authorized dealer for the free software update, wiring modification, and battery isolator replacement.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V914000 |
|---|---|
| Braun Ambulances customer service | 1-877-344-9990 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V914 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V914000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →