Collins Bus Corporation | NHTSA Recall #12V259000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 12V259000 by Collins Bus Corporation. Includes 238 affected units, WHEELCHAIR LIFT/OUTER ROLL STOP LATCHING MECHANISM, component: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Collins is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2010 grand bantam, super bantam, mid bus grand guide, and mid bus super guide school buses manufactured from february 21, 2008, through september 21, 2010, equipped with braun century-2 wheelchair lifts. over time, and with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the outer barrier may become bent or misaligned.

Corrective Action

Collins will notify owners and repairs will be performed by authorized braun dealers free of charge. the safety recall began on june 22, 2012. owners may contact the braun customer experience group at 1-800-488-0359 or collins bus customer service at 1-800-533-1850 ext. 424.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 12V259000

Manufacturer: Collins Bus Corporation

Report Received Date: 2012-06-07T00:00:00

Subject: Wheelchair lift/outer roll stop latching mechanism

Component: Equipment Adaptive/mobility

Potentially Affected Units: 238

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Collins is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2010 grand bantam, super bantam, mid bus grand guide, and mid bus super guide school buses manufactured from february 21, 2008, through september 21, 2010, equipped with braun century-2 wheelchair lifts. 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: Collins will notify owners and repairs will be performed by authorized braun dealers free of charge. the safety recall began on june 22, 2012. owners may contact the braun customer experience group at 1-800-488-0359 or collins bus customer service at 1-800-533-1850 ext. 424.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 12V259000

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Created At: 1742808662

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