Demers Ambulances Recall 26V098000: Seats

NHTSA recall 26V098000 · announced February 20, 2026 · filed by Braun Industries, Inc. · 7 units affected

The problem

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."

The risk

Structural failure may prevent the seat from properly restraining an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

What to do

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.

Official NHTSA recall notice →

Vehicles covered by this recall

• 2025 Demers Ambulances Fxp174
• 2026 Demers Ambulances Fxp174

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.