NHTSA Recall 12V404000: Equipment adaptive/mobility
TURTLE TOP reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 577 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Turtle Top Ford Odyssey.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V404000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY |
| Report received | August 14, 2012 |
| Owner notification | September 13, 2012 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Turtle Top is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 transit buses equipped with Century-2 and/or Vista-2 wheelchair lifts. Over time 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 wheelchair's occupant could fall and sustain injury.
Remedy
Turtle Top will notify owners, and the repairs will be performed by authorized Braun dealers free of charge. The recall began on September 13, 2012. Owners may contact Turtle Top at 574-831-4340.
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 www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V404000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Turtle Top Ford Odyssey | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 |
| Turtle Top Ford van Terra | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 |
| Turtle Top Terra Transport | 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.