The Braun Corporation has notified the NHTSA about a defect in certain model year 2005 – 2008 General Motors mobility conversion, handicapped accessible low floor minivans.   They stated that during conversion, the driver or passenger side trailing arm modification may not have been adequately welded.

A squeaking or clunking noise may develop.  The trailing arm bushings may prematurely wear and the trailing arm may fracture or separate, allowing the rear axle to become partially separated from the chassis increasing the risk of a crash.

Dealers will inspect and will have a supply of retrofit parts available to remedy the vehicles free of charge.  The safety recall is expected to begin during April 2010.  Owners may contact Braun at 1-800-488-0359.