Turtle TOP VAN TERRA

This model has recorded recalls in US, CA but none on file for AU — that may mean it wasn't sold there, or simply hasn't had a recall.

United States

  • Turtle TOP VANTERRAdate unknown
    EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITYUS

    If the cable does not clear the wheel chair lift it may contact the power lug and if it does not have a nonconductive cover, or it has an improperly installed nonconductive cover, a short circuit may occur that could result in a fire.

  • Turtle TOP VANTERRAdate unknown
    EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITYUS

    If the wheelchair lift platform stops above the vehicle floor, the wheelchair user can tip inwards toward the vehicle when exiting the lift, increasing their risk of injury.

  • Turtle TOP VANTERRAdate unknown
    EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONERUS

    If the power distribution terminal strip has a poor connection or a loose connection, the strip may arc or overheat, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire.

  • Turtle TOP VANTERRAdate unknown
    BACK OVER PREVENTION: CAMERA SYSTEMUS

    If an object or person are on the left side of the screen but are actually on the right side of the vehicle, or vice versa, there is an increased risk of a crash.

  • Turtle TOP VANTERRAdate unknown
    EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITYUS

    If the platform side plates crack, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door. When the doors are opened, the platform may fall out, increasing the risk of injury to the lift operator.

  • Turtle TOP VAN TERRAdate unknown
    SEATSUS

    The seat back could release when force is applied to the shoulder belt, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

  • Turtle TOP VANTERRAdate unknown
    EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITYUS

    If the bearings move out of position, the stowed platform may have excessive movement resulting in failure of the platform mounting. This failure could cause the wheel chair lift platform to fall out of the vehicle when the doors are opened, increasing the risk of injury for the lift operator.

  • Turtle TOP VANTERRAdate unknown
    STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARSUS

    In the event of an emergency, passengers' exit from the bus may be hindered possibly resulting in injury to the vehicle occupants.

Canada

Australia

No recorded recalls for this model in Australia.