NHTSA Recall 12V348000: Roof and pillars (structure)
ELKHART COACH reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Elkhart 9215-0200.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V348000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STRUCTURE › BODY › ROOF AND PILLARS |
| Report received | July 23, 2012 |
| Owner notification | July 31, 2012 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Elkhart Coach is recalling certain model year 2011 and 2012 transit buses, models 9215-0200 and 9250-0700, equipped with ProLo bus roof escape hatches. Increased friction between the rear plate assemblies, may result in an opening force of the ProLo roof hatches that exceeds Federal standard requirements. Thus, these hatches fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 217, "Bus Emergency Exits and Window Retention and Release."
Safety risk
In the event of an emergency, a noncompliant hatch may not provide a means of readily accessible egress, increasing the risk of injury to the vehicle occupants.
Remedy
Elkhart Coach will notify the owners, and these buses will be repaired free of charge. The safety recall began during July 2012. Owners may contact Elkhart at 1-574-264-5179.
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 http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V348000
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.