BRAUN 2018 BRAUN BRAUNABILITY MXV Recall
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2018 BRAUN BRAUNABILITY MXV
Brand
BRAUN
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2018
Braun Corporation is recalling certain 2018 BRAUN BRAUNABILITY MXV vehicles due to electrical system:wiring issues. An electrical short circuit increases the risk of a fire..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
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.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
An electrical short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
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.
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