AEV 2017 AEV TRAUMAHAWK Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2017 AEV TRAUMAHAWK
Brand
AEV
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2017
Halcore Group, Inc. is recalling certain 2017 AEV TRAUMAHAWK vehicles due to service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings issues. The improperly tightened banjo bolts may result in a partial or complete loss of rear brake power, increasing the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Halcore Group, Inc. (Halcore) is recalling certain 2017 American Emergency Vehicle (AEV) Traumahawk Type I ambulances built on Ford F-350, F-450, or F-550 chassis equipped with Compressible Liquid Adaptive Suspension Systems (C.L.A.S.S.) made by LiquidSpring. Due to an incorrect torque specification, the rear brake caliper banjo bolts may have been overtightened.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
The improperly tightened banjo bolts may result in a partial or complete loss of rear brake power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Halcore will notify owners, and LiquidSpring dealers will replace the rear brake banjo bolts, free of charge. The recall began on March 13, 2017. Owners may contact LiquidSpring customer service at 1-765-474-7816 extension 1 or at service@liquidspring.com or AEV customer service at 1-800-374-9749.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026