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Vehicle recall 12V163000 · April 12, 2012

Elkhart ECI and Ecii

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
Elkhart coach is recalling certain 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. A wheelchair occupant may defeat or ride over the insufficiently latched roll stop.
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 wheelchair’s occupant could fall and sustain injury.
Remedy
Elkhart will notify owners, and the repairs will be performed by authorized braun dealers free of charge. The safety recall began on April 12, 2012. Owners may contact braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359.
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
12V163000
Reported to NHTSA
April 12, 2012
Filed by
ELKHART COACH
Owner notification
April 12, 2012
Vehicles potentially affected
761
Initiated by
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation
Components
Equipment adaptive/mobility
Recall 12V163000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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