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Vehicle recall 24V296000 · April 26, 2024

Bucher V65T, Johnston VS651 and 5 more models

The pin securing the hydraulic rear door cylinder can corrode and break, causing the rear door to fall.

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

Summary
Bucher Municipal North America (Bucher) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Johnston VT651, VT652, VS651, VS652, VT801, VS802, and Bucher V65t vehicles. The pin securing the hydraulic rear door cylinder can corrode and break, causing the rear door to fall.
Consequence
The falling door can strike operators or bystanders, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace hydraulic rear door cylinder pin, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 25, 2024. Owners may contact Bucher customer service at 1-704-658-1333.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
24V296000
Reported to NHTSA
April 26, 2024
Filed by
Bucher Municipal North America
Owner notification
June 25, 2024
Vehicles potentially affected
381
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Structure › Body › Door
Recall 24V296000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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