Recall 12V404000: 2006–2010 Turtle TOP Ford Odyssey, 2006–2010 Turtle TOP Ford Van Terra, 2006–2010 Turtle TOP Terra Transport

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Aug 14, 2012
Vehicles affected
577
Models
3
Initiated by
ODI

The problem

Turtle Top is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 transit buses equipped with Century-2 and/or Vista-2 wheelchair lifts. Over time with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the 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 wheelchair's occupant could fall and sustain injury.

The fix

Turtle Top will notify owners, and the repairs will be performed by authorized Braun dealers free of charge. The recall began on September 13, 2012. Owners may contact Turtle Top at 574-831-4340.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

  • 2006 Turtle TOP Ford Odyssey
  • 2007 Turtle TOP Ford Odyssey
  • 2008 Turtle TOP Ford Odyssey
  • 2009 Turtle TOP Ford Odyssey
  • 2010 Turtle TOP Ford Odyssey
  • 2006 Turtle TOP Ford Van Terra
  • 2007 Turtle TOP Ford Van Terra
  • 2008 Turtle TOP Ford Van Terra
  • 2009 Turtle TOP Ford Van Terra
  • 2010 Turtle TOP Ford Van Terra
  • 2006 Turtle TOP Terra Transport
  • 2007 Turtle TOP Terra Transport
  • 2008 Turtle TOP Terra Transport
  • 2009 Turtle TOP Terra Transport
  • 2010 Turtle TOP Terra Transport

Details

NHTSA campaign
12V404000
Manufacturer
TURTLE TOP
Owner letters
Sep 13, 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