2018 AEV Traumahawk Recall: A/C input power cord for the Sensata inverter may be undersized for…
NHTSA campaign 20V131000 · Equipment · filed Mar 4, 2020 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Halcore Group, Inc. (Halcore) is recalling certain 2018 AEV Traumahawk Type 3 ambulances. The A/C input power cord for the Sensata inverter may be undersized for certain inverter applications, possibly resulting in an electrical short circuit.
The risk
An electrical short circuit increases the risk of a fire or a shock hazard.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Halcore will notify owners, instructing them to contact Sensata for a replacement power cord, free of charge. The recall began April 27, 2020. Owners may contact Halcore customer service at 1-800-447-0343.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| AEV | Traumahawk | 2018 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 20V131000. Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.