SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Manufacturer
Vantage Mobility International, LLC
What Happened
Vantage Mobility International, LLC (Vantage) is recalling certain 2012-2018 AMS Genesis wheelchair vans, built on a Toyota Sienna vehicles. The rubber brake hoses that attach to the rear wheel assembly may be too short, causing them to rub against the rear axle trailing arm.
Risk if Unfixed
The contact may cause failure of the rear brake hoses, resulting in a loss of vehicle control and reduced braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Vantage will notify owners, and dealers will install a set of rear brake hoses that will provide the proper clearance, free of charge. The recall began December 16, 2019. Owners may contact Vantage customer service at 1-800-488-9082.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Manufacturer
Braun Corporation
What Happened
Your vehicle's brake lines might have incorrect fittings installed, which can affect the braking power in the rear of your vehicle.
Risk if Unfixed
This could lead to a loss of braking power in the rear of your vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Braun will fix this issue for free by installing an adaptor at a dealership, and they've already started notifying owners as of June 25, 2019.
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Original — What Happened
Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Toyota Sienna mobility van conversions. The brake lines may have incorrect tube nut fittings installed, which may cause a pressure drop within the braking system.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
The reduction in the braking system pressure may cause a loss of braking power in the rear braking system, increasing the risk of crash.
Original — Remedy
Braun has notified owners, and dealers will install an adaptor to correct the issue, free of charge. The recall began June 25, 2019. Owners may contact Braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359.