Turtle Top | NHTSA Recall #10V353000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 10V353000 by Turtle Top. Includes 138 affected units, WHEELCHAIR LIFTS/INTERLOCK BELT, component: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Turtle top is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2010 transit and shuttle buses fitted with ricon public use lifts. the wheelchair lifts were to be equipped with a restraint buckle that has an interlock feature designed to prevent the lift from operating if the buckle is not latched. in the recalled buses, however, the interlock feature may not operate properly and the lift may operate even when the buckle is not latched.

Corrective Action

Turtle top is working with ricon and ricon will be handling the remedy for this campaign. please see ricon's defect report 09e-060. ricon will provide customers with a warning decal and a dvd-based training aid. the safety recall began on october 8, 2010. owners may contact ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884, or email at www.dmata@wabtec.com.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 10V353000

Manufacturer: Turtle Top

Report Received Date: 2010-07-30T00:00:00

Subject: Wheelchair lifts/interlock belt

Component: Equipment Adaptive/mobility

Potentially Affected Units: 138

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Turtle top is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2010 transit and shuttle buses fitted with ricon public use lifts. the wheelchair lifts were to be equipped with a restraint buckle that has an interlock feature designed to prevent the lift from operating if the buckle is not latched. in the recalled buses, however, the interlock feature may not operate properly and the lift may operate even when the buckle is not latched.

Consequence Summary: The wheelchair may move during lift operation and the unsecured occupant, could be injured.

Corrective Action: Turtle top is working with ricon and ricon will be handling the remedy for this campaign. please see ricon's defect report 09e-060. ricon will provide customers with a warning decal and a dvd-based training aid. the safety recall began on october 8, 2010. owners may contact ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884, or email at www.dmata@wabtec.com.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

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NHTSA ID: 10V353000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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