Startrans Bus Corporation | NHTSA Recall #12V186000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 12V186000 by Startrans Bus Corporation. Includes 2,060 affected units, WHEELCHAIR LIFT/OUTER ROLL STOP LATCHING MECHANISM, component: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Startrans is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 transit buses equipped with braun century-2 and vista-2 wheelchair lifts. Over time and with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the outer barrier may become bent or misaligned. see the above list for the affected models.

Corrective Action

Startrans will notify owners, and the repairs will be performed by authorized braun dealers, free of charge. the safety recall began on june 7, 2012. owners may contact startrans at 1-800-642-4889.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 12V186000

Manufacturer: Startrans Bus Corporation

Report Received Date: 2012-04-27T00:00:00

Subject: Wheelchair lift/outer roll stop latching mechanism

Component: Equipment Adaptive/mobility

Potentially Affected Units: 2,060

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Startrans is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 transit buses equipped with braun century-2 and vista-2 wheelchair lifts. Over time and with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the outer barrier may become bent or misaligned. see the above list for the affected models.

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: Startrans will notify owners, and the repairs will be performed by authorized braun dealers, free of charge. the safety recall began on june 7, 2012. owners may contact startrans at 1-800-642-4889.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-ercf-b8wc~7e3c

NHTSA ID: 12V186000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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