NHTSA recall 12V163000
Equipment adaptive/mobility
Elkhart Eci and 1 more
The defect
Elkhart coach IS recalling certain buses equipped with braun century-2 and vista-2 wheelchair lifts. over time and with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the outer barrier may become bent or misaligned. a wheelchair occupant may defeat or ride over the insufficiently latched roll stop.
The risk
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 wheelchairs occupant could fall and sustain injury.
The remedy
Elkhart will notify owners, and the repairs will be performed by authorized braun dealers free of charge. the safety recall began on april 12, 2012. owners may contact braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359.