Halcore Group, Inc. is recalling certain 2018-2020 Horton Type I and Type III Emergency vehicles
— Recall Campaign #19V608000
Halcore Group, Inc. (Halcore) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Horton Type I and Type III Emergency vehicles. Due to improper manufacturing, the cushion of the Inflatable Head Cushion (IHC) and Knee Air Bag (KAB) may detach during a deployment event and not inflate.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 80 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
19V608000
| Manufacturer: | Halcore Group, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | August 19, 2019 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 19V608000 |
| Units affected: | 80 |
- Description:
- Halcore Group, Inc. (Halcore) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Horton Type I and Type III Emergency vehicles. Due to improper manufacturing, the cushion of the Inflatable Head Cushion (IHC) and Knee Air Bag (KAB) may detach during a deployment event and not inflate.
- Consequeces:
- In the event of a crash, if the cushions do not inflate properly, they may not provide the intended protection to the occupant, increasing the risk of injury.
- Corrective action:
- Halcore will notify owners and dealers will install replacement air bags when they become available, free of charge. Halcore issued owners an interim notification on September 6, 2019. The recall began September 20, 2019. Owners may contact Halcore customer service at 1-800-447-0343.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.