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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 03V523📅 Feb 10, 2004

2000–2003 Medtec Ambulance recall: seat belt

⚠️ What's wrong

On certain ambulances, the seat belt anchors for the squad bench could pull out from the wall.

💥 The risk

Seat occupant may not be properly restrained in an event of a crash.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will install steel plates to reinforce the seat belt anchors. Owners should contact medtec at 1-574-534-2631.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
03V523000
Manufacturer
PIERCE MANUFACTURING
Vehicles affected
2,834
Component
SEAT BELTS
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Apr 8, 2004
Built
Aug 1, 1995 – Dec 8, 2003
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Customers CAN also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 03V523 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 03V523?

2000–2003 Medtec Ambulance. 2,834 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Medtec dealer to book the free repair.