NHTSA Recall 12V163000: Equipment adaptive/mobility
ELKHART COACH reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 761 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Elkhart Eci.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V163000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY |
| Report received | April 12, 2012 |
| Owner notification | April 12, 2012 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Elkhart coach is recalling certain 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. A wheelchair occupant may defeat or ride over the insufficiently latched roll stop.
Safety 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 wheelchairs occupant could fall and sustain injury.
Remedy
Elkhart will notify owners, and the repairs will be performed by authorized braun dealers free of charge. The safety recall began on april 12, 2012. Owners may contact braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V163000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Elkhart Eci | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 |
| Elkhart Ecii | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.