Recall 08V-633: 2005–2007 Turtle Top Ford Odyssey, 2005 Turtle Top Ford Terra Transit and 4 more
TURTLE TOP recall for equipment adaptive/mobility, reported to NHTSA on Dec 2, 2008, covering about 121 vehicles.
The problem
Turtle top is recalling 121 my 2005-2007 ford odyssey, my 2005 ford terra transit, my 2005-2006 ford van terra, my 2006-2007 GM odyssey, my 2005-2006 GM odyssey xl, and my 2005-2006 GM terra transport buses equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These lifts fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 403, "platform lift system accessible for motor vehicles." the anti-stow interlock may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user. The pressure sensing switch that detects the presence of weight on the platform was not adjusted to the necessary sensitivity level. The lift could stow even though someone or something is still on the lift.
The risk
A lift occupant can be injured should the lift begin to stow unintentionally.
The fix
Turtle top is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (Please see 07e097). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or turtle top at 1-574-831-4340.
Notes
Customers may also 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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | TURTLE TOP |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment Adaptive/Mobility |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 08V633000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Turtle Top Ford Odyssey | 2005, 2006, 2007 | All years |
| Turtle Top Ford Terra Transit | 2005 | All years |
| Turtle Top Ford Van Terra | 2005, 2006 | All years |
| Turtle Top GM Odyssey | 2006, 2007 | All years |
| Turtle Top GM Odyssey XL | 2005, 2006 | All years |
| Turtle Top GM Terra Transport | 2005, 2006 | All 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 08V-633?
Turtle top is recalling 121 my 2005-2007 ford odyssey, my 2005 ford terra transit, my 2005-2006 ford van terra, my 2006-2007 GM odyssey, my 2005-2006 GM odyssey xl, and my 2005-2006 GM terra transport buses equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These lifts fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 403, "platform lift system accessible for motor vehicles." the anti-stow interlock may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user. The pressure sensing switch that detects the presence of weight on the platform was not adjusted to the necessary sensitivity level. The lift could stow even though someone or something is still on the lift.
How is recall 08V-633 fixed?
Turtle top is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (Please see 07e097). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or turtle top at 1-574-831-4340.
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.