NHTSA Campaign 03V236000
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Issued by VAN HOOL, N.V. · Reported Jul 7, 2003 · 14 vehicles affected
What's wrong
ON CERTAIN MOTOR COACHES EQUIPPED WITH A CHZ WHEELCHAIR LIFT SUPPLIED BY KOSLIFT, DUE TO A SPECIFICATION CHANGE, THE MOUNTING PEDESTAL OF THE TELESCOPIC CYLINDER MAY CRACK AND BREAK.
Consequence
THIS COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY TO A WHEELCHAIR OCCUPANT USING THE LIFT.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL ADD REINFORCEMENTS TO THE PEDESTAL AREA. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 1, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT KOSLIFT BY FAX TO 31-36-522-6205 OR E-MAIL TO MOBILITY!KOSLIFT.COM BEFORE CARRYING OUT THE MODIFICATION AND/OR ABC BUS AT 1-800-222-2871.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| VAN HOOL | C2000 | 2001 | 14 |
| VAN HOOL | T2100 | 1999 | 14 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 03V236000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.