Recall 04V-149: 2004 Turtle Top Terra Transport, 2002–2004 Turtle Top Van Terra

TURTLE TOP recall for structure, reported to NHTSA on Mar 24, 2004, covering about 468 vehicles.

NHTSA number
04V-149
Report date
Mar 24, 2004
Vehicles affected
468
Owners notified
Apr 8, 2004

The problem

On certain buses, the electric door motor assembly handle (Lever) could possibly break when pulling on the handle for emergency release to open the side entry/exit door.

The risk

This could cause the handle to break resulting in personal injury to occupants exiting the vehicle.

The fix

Dealers will replace the door motor assembly handles. Owner notification is expected to begin april 8, 2004. Owners should contact turtle top at 1-800-296-2105, exts 181 or 131.

Notes

Turtle top recall no. Rcn-040312.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerTURTLE TOP
ComponentStructure › Body › Door
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number04V149000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Turtle Top Terra Transport2004All years
Turtle Top Van Terra2002, 2003, 2004All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 04V-149?

On certain buses, the electric door motor assembly handle (Lever) could possibly break when pulling on the handle for emergency release to open the side entry/exit door.

How is recall 04V-149 fixed?

Dealers will replace the door motor assembly handles. Owner notification is expected to begin april 8, 2004. Owners should contact turtle top at 1-800-296-2105, exts 181 or 131.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.