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NHTSA Recall 26V318000: Critical fasteners (equipment adaptive/mobility)

Turtle Top reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 6 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Ford Odyssey.

6
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
NHTSA campaign26V318000
ComponentEQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY › WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT › CRITICAL FASTENERS
Report receivedMay 20, 2026
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Turtle Top is recalling certain 2026 Terra Transit and Odyssey transit buses. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.

Safety risk

An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 29, 2026. Owners may contact Turtle Top customer service at 1-800-296-2105.

Vehicles covered by recall 26V318000

Make and modelModel years
Ford Odyssey2026
Turtle Top Terra Ford Transit2026

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.