Halcore Group, Inc.: Safety Recalls in 2016

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 4 safety recalls made by Halcore Group, Inc. in 2016. See the details of the recalls below.

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December 15, 2016

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Cot May Not Be Securely Fastened

Halcore Group, Inc. (Halcore) is recalling certain 2016 AEV Traumahawk ambulances manufactured March 20, 2016, to October 28, 2016. The affected vehicles are equipped with Stryker Medical Performance cot mounts that may not securely attach the cot into place.

NHTSA ID: 16V904000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 7

Consequence Summary:

If the cot dislodges from its mount, serious injury may occur to the patient and/or to individuals within the ambulance body.

Corrective Action:

All affected vehicles have been contacted by Stryker, received a remedy kit and the vehicles have been repaired, therefore an owner notification letter will not be issued for this campaign. Owners may contact AEV customer service at 1-800-374-9749.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 100

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September 30, 2016

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Seats may Unexpectedly Move

Halcore Group, Inc. (Halcore) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 American Emergency Vehicle (AEV) Traumahawk ambulances manufactured August 1, 2016, to September 28, 2016. Due to a problem with the seat tracks, the attendant seat(s) on the affected vehicles may unexpectedly move in a rapid deceleration event such as a crash.

NHTSA ID: 16V703000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 41

Consequence Summary:

In the event of a crash, the seat may move forward at a high rate of speed, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.

Corrective Action:

Halcore will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat tracks, free of charge. The recall began on October 29, 2016. Owners may contact AEV Warranty/Customer Service Department at 1-800-374-9749, or by email at warranty@aev.com.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 68.29

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August 26, 2016

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Condenser Controller Wire Harness

Halcore Group, Inc. (Halcore) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Horton ambulances, models 453, 457, 503, 553, 603, and 623, manufactured November 29, 2013, to March 1, 2016. The affected vehicles may have an improperly sealed Cool-Tech air-conditioning condenser controller wire harness that can allow water to enter the controller housing.

NHTSA ID: 16V625000

Component: EQUIPMENT

# of Units Affected: 351

Consequence Summary:

If water gets into the controller housing, the controller may short circuit, increasing the risk of an electrical fire.

Corrective Action:

Halcore will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Cool-Tech condenser fan controller assembly, free of charge. Halcore issued an interim notification to owners on September 9, 2016. The recall began on October 26, 2016. Owners may contact Horton customer service at 1-614-317-9856, or by email at warranty@hortonambulance.com

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 100

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January 4, 2016

(Campaign #: 15E-068)

Wheel Chair Lift Link Arm Pivot Holes

Halcore Group, Inc. (Halcore) is recalling certain model year 2006-2013 American Emergency Vehicles (AEV) Ambulance Wheelchair Vans manufactured January 2, 2006 to March 15, 2013, equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured by Ricon Corporation. The affected lifts are equipped with folding link arms that may have pivot holes that are too big, allowing the bearings to move out of position.

NHTSA ID: 16V001000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 9

Consequence Summary:

If the bearings move out of position, the stowed platform may have excessive movement resulting in failure of the platform mounting. This failure could cause the wheel chair lift platform to fall out of the vehicle when the doors are opened, increasing the risk of injury for the lift operator.

Corrective Action:

Halcore will notify the owners, and Ricon dealers will inspect the link arms for damage or for displaced bearings. The platform will be inspected for cracks. Any damaged parts will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on January 13, 2016. Owners may contact Ricon Customer Service at 1-800-322-2884 or AEV customer service at 1-800-374-9749. Halcore's number for this recall is 15E-068.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

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