NHTSA Recall 14V575000
NHTSA Campaign Id 14V575000; Date: Sep. 19, 2014
If the suspension fluid tank mount fractures and the tank separates from the chassis, the tank may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2013 Turtle Top Odyssey Xl
Component: Suspension
Manufactured by: Turtle Top
Affected Units:: 2
Recall Summary:
Turtle top is recalling certain model year 2013 odyssey xl transit buses manufactured January 29, 2013, to July 9, 2013, built on Ford f-550 chassis, and equipped with liquid spring-brand aftermarket suspension kits. The mounting bracket that attaches the suspension fluid tank to the frame may fail, allowing the fluid tank to separate from the vehicle.
How to Fix:
Turtle top customers were notified by liquidspring, and liquidspring dealers will install a new re-designed bracket, free of charge. The recall began on September 9, 2014. Owners may contact turtle top customer service at 1-800-296-2105.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 28, 2014
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