NHTSA Recall 12V185000: Equipment adaptive/mobility
STARTRANS BUS CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 4 vehicles. It affects 2009–2010 Startrans Mfsab.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V185000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY |
| Report received | April 27, 2012 |
| Owner notification | June 7, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
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
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V185000
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.