Report Date
Jun 6, 2024
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Affected Vehicles
1
Defect Description
North Central Emergency Vehicles (North Central) is recalling one 2021 Ford E-450 vehicle equipped with Weldon 8X16 Input-Output nodes. In the event of a short circuit or wiring failure, the firmware in the node may fail to shut off the output pin, resulting in overloaded electrical circuits.
Safety Consequence
Overloaded electrical circuits can overheat, increasing the risk of fire.
Remedy
Weldon will update the firmware, free of charge. The owner notification letter is expected to be mailed June 2024. Owners may contact Akron Brass customer service at 1-800-228-1161 or North Central customer service at 1-320-395-2529.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | NORTH CENTRAL EMERGENCY | FORD E-450 |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.