Vehicle recall 12V148000 · April 4, 2012

2008-2009 Daimler Sprinter Bus

Over time and with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the outer barrier may become bent or misaligned.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary: Daimler is recalling certain 2008-2009 daimler sprinter mini-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.
Consequence: 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: Daimler is working with braun to notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge. The safety recall began on April 19, 2012. Owners may contact daimler at 1-800-882-8054.
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.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 12V148000
Reported to NHTSA: April 4, 2012
Filed by: DAIMLER BUSES NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Owner notification: April 19, 2012
Vehicles potentially affected: 42
Initiated by: NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation
Components: Equipment adaptive/mobility

Recall 12V148000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.

Daimler Sprinter Bus (2008-2009): 2009, 2008

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