Recall 12V148000: 2008–2009 Daimler Sprinter BUS

Report received

Apr 4, 2012

Manufacturer

Daimler buses north america, inc.

Potentially affected

42vehicles

Model years

2008–2009

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

Daimler is recalling certain 2008-2009 daimler sprinter mini-buses equipped with braun century-2 and vista-2 wheelchair lifts. Over time and with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the outer barrier may become bent or misaligned.

Possible consequence

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.

Remedy

Daimler is working with braun to notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge. The safety recall began on april 19, 2012. Owners may contact daimler at 1-800-882-8054.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2008 Daimler Sprinter BUS1 complaints
• 2009 Daimler Sprinter BUS0 complaints