NHTSA Recall 12V263000
NHTSA Campaign Id 12V263000; Date: Jun. 4, 2012
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.
Recalled Vehicles:
2008 Diamond Coach PT; 2009 Diamond Coach PT; 2010 Diamond Coach PT; 2008 Diamond Coach VIP; 2009 Diamond Coach VIP; 2010 Diamond Coach VIP
Component: Adaptive Equipment
Manufactured by: Diamond Coach Corporation
Affected Units:: 278
Recall Summary:
Diamond coach corporation (diamond coach) is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 pt and vip buses equipped with braun century-2 and vista-2 wheelchair lifts. Over time, and with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the wheelchair lift�s outer barrier may become bent or misaligned.
How to Fix:
Diamond coach is working with braun to identify and notify owners, and braun dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge. The safety recall began during June 2012. Owners may contact diamond coach at 1-800-442-4645.
Recall Notes:
Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 25, 2012
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