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2007-2010 Startrans Candidate, Startrans Candidate II and others recall: equipment adaptive/mobility

Startrans Bus Corporation reported this safety recall on April 27, 2012. It covers about 2,060 vehicles.

vehicles affected
2,060
reported
Apr 27, 2012
owners notified
Jun 7, 2012

Equipment adaptive/mobility

What is wrong
Startrans is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 transit 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. See the above list for the affected models.
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 wheelchair’s occupant could fall and sustain injury.
Remedy
Startrans will notify owners, and the repairs will be performed by authorized braun dealers, free of charge. The safety recall began on june 7, 2012. Owners may contact startrans at 1‑800‑642‑4889.

Recall number 12V186000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 12V186000

Is there a recall on the 2007-2010 Startrans Candidate, Startrans Candidate II and others equipment adaptive/mobility?

Yes. Recall 12V186000, reported on April 27, 2012, covers about 2,060 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 12V186000?

Startrans will notify owners, and the repairs will be performed by authorized braun dealers, free of charge. The safety recall began on june 7, 2012. Owners may contact startrans at 1‑800‑642‑4889.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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