Wheelchair lift can be operated while not in park
Defect Summary
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2007-2018 thomas built buses minotour transit buses built on gm chassis and equipped with wheelchair lifts. The wheelchair lift may be operated while the vehicle is in neutral or drive.
Safety Consequence
If the wheelchair lift can be operated when the vehicle is not in park, there is increased risk of injury to the lift user.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wheelchair lift, correcting the electrical connections as necessary, free of charge. dtna issued owners an interim notification on april 26, 2018. the recall began november 15, 2018. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-761.
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FAQ: Recall 18V158000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18V158000?
NHTSA recall 18V158000 was issued by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc on March 7, 2018. It addresses: Wheelchair lift can be operated while not in park. The recall affects approximately 14 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Daimler Trucks North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18V158000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL-761. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.