Recall 12V-185: 2009–2010 Startrans Mfsab

STARTRANS BUS CORPORATION recall for equipment adaptive/mobility, reported to NHTSA on Apr 27, 2012, covering about 4 vehicles.

NHTSA number
12V-185
Report date
Apr 27, 2012
Vehicles affected
4
Owners notified
Jun 7, 2012

The problem

Startrans is recalling certain 2009 and 2010 mfsab school buses, equipped with braun wheelchair lifts. Over time and with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the outer barrier may become bent or misaligned.

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 wheelchairâ’s occupant could fall and sustain injury.

The fix

Startrans will notify owners, and the repairs will be performed by authorized braun dealers free of charge. The recall began on june 7, 2012. Owners may contact startrans at 1-574-642-0811.

Notes

Customers may 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

ManufacturerSTARTRANS BUS CORPORATION
ComponentEquipment Adaptive/Mobility
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number12V185000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Startrans Mfsab2009, 2010All 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 12V-185?

Startrans is recalling certain 2009 and 2010 mfsab school buses, equipped with braun wheelchair lifts. Over time and with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the outer barrier may become bent or misaligned.

How is recall 12V-185 fixed?

Startrans will notify owners, and the repairs will be performed by authorized braun dealers free of charge. The recall began on june 7, 2012. Owners may contact startrans at 1-574-642-0811.

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.