Braun Corporation: Safety Recalls in 2019

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 4 safety recalls made by Braun Corporation in 2019. See the details of the recalls below.

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July 24, 2019

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Electric Solenoid May Short Circuit and Cause Fire

Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Ford Explorer BraunAbility MXV wheelchair accessible conversion vehicles. The switch-activated electric solenoid used to release the rear seat base latches from the floor-mounted strikers may unintentionally switch and stay on. In this case, the wires may overheat, causing the wiring insulation to melt, possibly resulting in an electrical short circuit.

NHTSA ID: 19V546000

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

# of Units Affected: 256

Consequence Summary:

An electrical short circuit increases the risk of a fire.

Corrective Action:

Braun has notified owners, and dealers will add timer components to the solenoid circuits, free of charge. The recall began August 7, 2019. Owners may contact Braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 55.86

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July 16, 2019

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Possible Loss of Steering

Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain modified 2017-2020 Toyota Sienna vehicles. The steering shaft extensions may have been improperly manufactured, possibly causing the extensions to fracture.

NHTSA ID: 19V532000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 595

Consequence Summary:

If the steering shaft extension completely fractures, it can cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Braun has notified owners, and dealers will replace the steering shaft extensions, free of charge. The recall began July 25, 2019. Owners may contact Braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 85.88

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June 4, 2019

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Incorrect Tube Nuts on Brake Lines

Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Toyota Sienna mobility van conversions. The brake lines may have incorrect tube nut fittings installed, which may cause a pressure drop within the braking system.

NHTSA ID: 19V410000

Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

# of Units Affected: 705

Consequence Summary:

The reduction in the braking system pressure may cause a loss of braking power in the rear braking system, increasing the risk of crash.

Corrective Action:

Braun has notified owners, and dealers will install an adaptor to correct the issue, free of charge. The recall began June 25, 2019. Owners may contact Braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 48.09

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March 20, 2019

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Harness/FMVSS 135/126

Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Honda Odyessy vehicles modified to be equipped with an in-floor wheelchair ramp conversion. The rear wheel speed sensor harnesses may have been routed to the incorrect rear wheels, resulting in the possibility that the anti-lock brake system will not recognize each rear wheel speed properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake System" and 404, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."

NHTSA ID: 19V213000

Component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR

# of Units Affected: 404

Consequence Summary:

If the rear wheel speeds cannot be correctly monitored, the anti-lock brake system may not engage properly to prevent the wheels from locking up, increasing the risk of crash.

Corrective Action:

Braun has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and correct the rear wheel speed sensor harnesses, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 4, 2019. Owners may contact Braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 77.72

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