Braun Corporation: Safety Recalls in 2017

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There was 1 safety recall made by Braun Corporation in 2017. See the detail of the recall below.

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October 3, 2017

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Air Bag may Deploy Improperly/FMVSS 208

Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain model year 2016 BraunAbility MXV wheelchair accessible conversion vehicles built on Ford Explorer chassis. If the driver or front passenger seat is moved to its most rearward position, the seat position sensor may be dislodged, preventing the air bag control unit from accurately calculating the frontal air bag deployment force needed in the event of a crash.

NHTSA ID: 17V616000

Component: AIR BAGS

# of Units Affected: 308

Consequence Summary:

In the event of a crash, if the frontal air bag does not deploy with the proper force, the occupants have an increased risk of injury.

Corrective Action:

Braun will notify owners, and dealers will modify the seat base pedestals to provide the necessary clearance for the seat position sensor, free of charge. The recall began on November 20, 2017. Owners may contact Braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 31.49

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