Demers Ambulances recall — Seats
NHTSA · February 20, 2026
- NHTSA recall campaign 26V098000 (Demers Ambulances), reported .
- Potentially affected vehicles: 7.
- Component: Seats.
- Details as of ; the linked official notice is authoritative for lot codes, VINs, and remedies.
- Agency
- NHTSA
- Posted
- Recalling firm
- Braun Industries, Inc.
- Source ID
- 26V098000
Defect
Braun Industries, Inc. (Braun Ambulances) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Demers FXP174 ambulances. The floor may have insufficient strength to secure the seats in position during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 207, "Seating Systems" and 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Consequence
Structural failure may prevent the seat from properly restraining an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective action
The remedy is currently under development. All affected vehicles were repaired by June 22, 2026. Owners may contact Braun Ambulances' customer service at 1-800-363-7591. Braun Ambulances number for this recall is 2026-1.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Demers Ambulances | Fxp174 | 2025 |
| Demers Ambulances | Fxp174 | 2026 |
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