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Vehicle recall 12V172000 · April 16, 2012

2009 Trans Tech DW5+9159FRL

Over time and with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the wheelchair lift’s 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
Transportation collaborative incorporated (tci) is recalling one model year 2007 DW7+9195FRL manufactured by U.S. Bus and equipped with a braun century-2 or a vista-2 wheelchair lift. Over time and with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the wheelchair lift’s outer barrier may become bent or misaligned. A wheelchair occupant may defeat or ride over the insufficiently latched roll stop.
Consequence
If this occurs when the lift platform is in an elevated position, the wheelchair’s occupant could fall and sustain injury.
Remedy
Tci will notify the owner, and the repairs will be performed by an authorized braun dealer free of charge. The safety recall began on may 9, 2012. Owners may contact tci at 845-988-0419.
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
12V172000
Reported to NHTSA
April 16, 2012
Filed by
TRANS TECH BUS
Owner notification
May 9, 2012
Vehicles potentially affected
1
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Equipment adaptive/mobility
Recall 12V172000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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