Recall 10V-353: 2007–2009 Ford Odyssey, 2009 Ford Odyssey LT and 5 more
TURTLE TOP recall for equipment adaptive/mobility, reported to NHTSA on Jul 30, 2010, covering about 138 vehicles.
The problem
Turtle top is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2010 transit and shuttle buses fitted with ricon public use lifts. The wheelchair lifts were to be equipped with a restraint buckle that has an interlock feature designed to prevent the lift from operating if the buckle is not latched. In the recalled buses, however, the interlock feature may not operate properly and the lift may operate even when the buckle is not latched.
The risk
The wheelchair may move during lift operation and the unsecured occupant, could be injured.
The fix
Turtle top is working with ricon and ricon will be handling the remedy for this campaign. Please see ricon's defect report 09e-060. Ricon will provide customers with a warning decal and a DVD-based training aid. The safety recall began on october 8, 2010. Owners may contact ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884, or email at www.dmata@wabtec.com.
Notes
Owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Recall details
| Manufacturer | TURTLE TOP |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment Adaptive/Mobility |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 10V353000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Ford Odyssey | 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Ford Odyssey LT | 2009 | All years |
| Ford Van Terra | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| GM Odyssey | 2008, 2010 | All years |
| GM Odyssey XL | 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| GM Odyssey XL MPV | 2008 | All years |
| GM Terra Transport | 2007, 2008, 2009 | 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 10V-353?
Turtle top is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2010 transit and shuttle buses fitted with ricon public use lifts. The wheelchair lifts were to be equipped with a restraint buckle that has an interlock feature designed to prevent the lift from operating if the buckle is not latched. In the recalled buses, however, the interlock feature may not operate properly and the lift may operate even when the buckle is not latched.
How is recall 10V-353 fixed?
Turtle top is working with ricon and ricon will be handling the remedy for this campaign. Please see ricon's defect report 09e-060. Ricon will provide customers with a warning decal and a DVD-based training aid. The safety recall began on october 8, 2010. Owners may contact ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884, or email at www.dmata@wabtec.com.
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.