Double K is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 Hometown Trolley Villager and model year 2009 Hometown
— Recall Campaign #12V344000
Double K is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 Hometown Trolley Villager and model year 2009 Hometown Trolley Mainstreet vehicles equipped with a Braun Vista-2 or Century-2 wheelchair lift. Over time and with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the outer barrier may become bent or misaligned.
The recall was influenced by the Office of Defects Investigation with about 4 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
12V344000
| Manufacturer: | Double K Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | July 19, 2012 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 12V344000 |
| Units affected: | 4 |
- Description:
- Double K is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 Hometown Trolley Villager and model year 2009 Hometown Trolley Mainstreet vehicles equipped with a Braun Vista-2 or Century-2 wheelchair lift. Over time and with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the outer barrier may become bent or misaligned.
- Consequeces:
- A wheelchair occupant may defeat or ride over the insufficiently latched roll stop. If this occurs when the lift platform is in an elevated position, the wheelchair's occupant could fall and sustain injury.
- Corrective action:
- Double K will notify owners, and the repairs will be performed by authorized Braun dealers free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during september 2012. Owners may contact Double K at 1-478-822-2242.
- Notes:
- Owners may also 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.