NORTHSTAR 2021 NORTHSTAR AMBULANCE Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2021 NORTHSTAR AMBULANCE
Brand
NORTHSTAR
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2021
Braun Northwest is recalling certain 2021 NORTHSTAR AMBULANCE vehicles due to electrical system issues. Overloaded electrical circuits can overheat, increasing the risk of fire..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Braun Northwest is recalling certain 2020-2021 Northstar ambulances. In the event of a short circuit or wiring failure, the firmware in the vehicle multiplex system may fail to shut off the output pin, resulting in overloaded electrical circuits.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
Overloaded electrical circuits can overheat, increasing the risk of fire.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Braun Northwest will update the firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 12, 20224. Owners may contact Braun Northwest customer service at 1-877-344-9990.
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