Braun Corporation | NHTSA Recall #12E002000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 12E002000 by Braun Corporation. Includes 21,412 affected units, WHEELCHAIR LIFT/OUTER ROLL STOP LATCHING MECHANISM, component: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Braun is recalling certain century-2 and vista-2 wheelchair lifts manufactured from november 20, 2006, through september 10, 2010, installed as aftermarket equipment on various vans and transit buses. on october 8, 2012, braun filed an amended defect information report to include model year 2008 through 2011 braun-modified ford e-350 paratransit vans. over time and with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the outer barrier may become bent or misaligned.

Corrective Action

Braun will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. the safety recall began on march 30, 2012. owners may contact braun customer service center at 1-800-488-0359.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 12E002000

Manufacturer: Braun Corporation

Report Received Date: 2012-02-03T00:00:00

Subject: Wheelchair lift/outer roll stop latching mechanism

Component: Equipment Adaptive/mobility

Potentially Affected Units: 21,412

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Equipment

Defect Summary: Braun is recalling certain century-2 and vista-2 wheelchair lifts manufactured from november 20, 2006, through september 10, 2010, installed as aftermarket equipment on various vans and transit buses. on october 8, 2012, braun filed an amended defect information report to include model year 2008 through 2011 braun-modified ford e-350 paratransit vans. over time and with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the outer barrier may become bent or misaligned.

Consequence Summary: 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.

Corrective Action: Braun will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. the safety recall began on march 30, 2012. owners may contact braun customer service center at 1-800-488-0359.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 12E002000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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