Double K Inc. | NHTSA Recall #12V344000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 12V344000 by Double K Inc.. Affecting model year 2007-2009 hometown trolley villager and model year 2009 hometown trolley mainstreet vehicles equipped with a braun vista-2 or century-2 wheelchair lift Includes 4 affected units, Wheelchair Lift/Outer Roll Stop Latching Mechanism, component: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2007-2009 hometown trolley villager and model year 2009 hometown trolley mainstreet vehicles equipped with a braun vista-2 or century-2 wheelchair lift

Defect Summary

Double k is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 hometown trolley villager and model year 2009 hometown trolley mainstreet vehicles equipped with a braun vista-2 or century-2 wheelchair lift. over time and with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the outer barrier may become bent or misaligned.

Corrective Action

Double k will notify owners, and the repairs will be performed by authorized braun dealers free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin during september 2012. owners may contact double k at 1-478-822-2242.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 12V344000
Manufacturer: Double K Inc.
Report Received Date: 2012-07-19T00:00:00
Subject: Wheelchair lift/outer roll stop latching mechanism
Component: Equipment Adaptive/mobility
Potentially Affected Units: 4

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Double k is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 hometown trolley villager and model year 2009 hometown trolley mainstreet vehicles equipped with a braun vista-2 or century-2 wheelchair lift. 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: Double k will notify owners, and the repairs will be performed by authorized braun dealers free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin during september 2012. owners may contact double k at 1-478-822-2242.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-542y_jjez.kcv5
NHTSA ID: 12V344000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
Created Meta: N/A
Updated At: 1742808662
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