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 structure:body:door:hinge and attachments issues. If the door striker bolts fail under load, the door may open in a crash, increasing the risk of injury..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Halcore Group, Inc. (Halcore) is recalling certain 2016-2017 American Emergency Vehicles (AEV) Traumahawk type III ambulances, equipped with door striker bolts that may fail under load. As such, these bolts fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door locks and door retention components."
Reported concern (NHTSA)
If the door striker bolts fail under load, the door may open in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
AEV will notify owners, and dealers will replace the striker bolts, free of charge. The recall began on September 15, 2017. Owners may contact AEV customer service at 1-800-374-9749. Halcore's number for this recall is 17E-038.
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