Recall 12V263000: 2008–2010 Diamond Coach PT, 2008–2010 Diamond Coach VIP
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jun 4, 2012
- Vehicles affected
- 278
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- ODI
The problem
Diamond coach corporation (diamond coach) is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 pt and vip buses equipped with braun century-2 and vista-2 wheelchair lifts. Over time, and with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the wheelchair lifts outer barrier may become bent or misaligned.
The risk
A wheelchair occupant may defeat or ride over the insufficiently latched roll stop. If this occurs when the lift platform is in an elevated position, the wheelchairs occupant could fall and sustain injury.
The fix
Diamond coach is working with braun to identify and notify owners, and braun dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge. The safety recall began during june 2012. Owners may contact diamond coach at 1-800-442-4645.
Notes
Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2008 Diamond Coach PT
- 2009 Diamond Coach PT
- 2010 Diamond Coach PT
- 2008 Diamond Coach VIP
- 2009 Diamond Coach VIP
- 2010 Diamond Coach VIP
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 12V263000
- Manufacturer
- DIAMOND COACH CORPORATION
- Owner letters
- Jun 25, 2012
- Components
- Equipment adaptive/mobility (Other / Unknown)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology