HME, Inc.: Safety Recalls in 2014

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 2 safety recalls made by HME, Inc. in 2014. See the details of the recalls below.

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Data Source: NHTSA.

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November 3, 2014

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Accelerator Return Springs may Fail Prematurely

HME, Inc. (HME) is recalling certain model year 2000-2006 1871 emergency vehicles manufactured January 1, 2000, to March 15, 2006. The mechanical springs used to return the accelerator pedal to idle after the driver lifts their foot off the pedal may break.

NHTSA ID: 14V693000

Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

# of Units Affected: 5

Consequence Summary:

If the springs break, the pedal may not return to idle once the driver lifts their foot off the pedal. This unintended acceleration increases the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

HME has notified owners, and dealers will replace the affected pedal assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on November 14, 2014. Owners may contact HME customer service at 1-616-261-3626.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 40

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May 2, 2014

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Seat Belt may be Difficult to Unlatch/FMVSS 209

HME, Inc. is recalling one model year 2013 Ferrara Intruder Ember Cab and Chassis emergency vehicle equipped with IMMI-brand L9 seat belt buckles. When the button is pressed to release the seat belt, the latch plate can become partially engaged with the buckle, making the seat belt difficult to unlatch. As such, this vehicle fails to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."

NHTSA ID: 14V230000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 1

Consequence Summary:

If the latch plate remains partially engaged after the button is pressed, egress from the vehicle could be hindered which would increase the risk of injury in the event of an emergency.

Corrective Action:

HME notified the owner, and a dealer will inspect the vehicle and replace the seat belt buckles, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began in June 2014. Owners may contact HME at 1-616-534-1463.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 100

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