Recall 12V-186: 2008–2010 Startrans Candidate, 2007–2010 Startrans Candidate II and 6 more
STARTRANS BUS CORPORATION recall for equipment adaptive/mobility, reported to NHTSA on Apr 27, 2012, covering about 2,060 vehicles.
The problem
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.
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 wheelchairâs 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 safety recall began on june 7, 2012. Owners may contact startrans at 1-800-642-4889.
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 | STARTRANS BUS CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment Adaptive/Mobility |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 12V186000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Startrans Candidate | 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Startrans Candidate II | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Startrans President | 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Startrans Senator | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Startrans Senator HD | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Startrans Senator II | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Startrans Trolley | 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Startrans Vans | 2010 | 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 12V-186?
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.
How is recall 12V-186 fixed?
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?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.