Recalls for 2012 Turtle Top Van Terra Xl

DEFECT #1 - LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

Posted on: 2015-08-06
Description
Turtle top is recalling certain model year 2012 van terra xl transit bus manufactured october 13, 2012, to february 7, 2013, and 2012 odyssey xl mpv transit bus manufactured may 2, 2011, to october 4, 2011, which fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) no.  217, bus emergency exits and window retention and release.  The windows may not meet minimum loading requirements.

Consequence
Windows that do not meet minimum loading requirements are at an increased risk of breaking and falling onto a passenger when pushed by passengers or objects.

Corrective Action
Turtle top will notify owners, and dealers will install a newly designed catch and handle combination.  Repairs will be made free of charge.  The recall began on september 8, 2015.  Owners may contact turtle top customer service at 1-574-831-4340.  

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.safercar.gov.