Turtle Top | NHTSA Recall #10V354000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 10V354000 by Turtle Top. Includes 14 affected units, WHEELCHAIR LIFTS/UP BUTTON, component: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Turtle top is recalling certain model year 2009 transit and shuttle buses equipped with certain ricon s series and k series l-model wheelchair lifts. the wheelchair lifts contain defective software that controls the lift up function. If the lift switch is released before the floor level limit switch is activated, the lift may continue its upward travel for approximately 1 second before stopping, and may travel past the floor level.

Corrective Action

Turtle top is working with ricon and the repairs will be performed by authorized ricon dealers. please see ricon's defect report 09e-061. ricon will provide owners with a bulletin outlining proper wheelchair lift operation and will ship owners a dvd-based training aid to promote proper lift operation. the safety recall began on october 8, 2010. owners may contact ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884, or emailing at www.dmata@wabtec.com.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 10V354000

Manufacturer: Turtle Top

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

Subject: Wheelchair lifts/up button

Component: Equipment Adaptive/mobility

Potentially Affected Units: 14

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Turtle top is recalling certain model year 2009 transit and shuttle buses equipped with certain ricon s series and k series l-model wheelchair lifts. the wheelchair lifts contain defective software that controls the lift up function. If the lift switch is released before the floor level limit switch is activated, the lift may continue its upward travel for approximately 1 second before stopping, and may travel past the floor level.

Consequence Summary: When the platform overruns the vehicle floor level and stops at an angle from 15-20 degrees, it is possible for a person in a wheelchair to tip over and for someone standing on the platform to fall, possibly resulting in injuries.

Corrective Action: Turtle top is working with ricon and the repairs will be performed by authorized ricon dealers. please see ricon's defect report 09e-061. ricon will provide owners with a bulletin outlining proper wheelchair lift operation and will ship owners a dvd-based training aid to promote proper lift operation. the safety recall began on october 8, 2010. owners may contact ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884, or emailing at www.dmata@wabtec.com.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 10V354000

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