Recall 12V344000 — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY Defect in 2007-2009 DOUBLE K VILLAGER
RECALL This recall affects up to 4 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 12V344000 |
| Manufacturer | DOUBLE K INC. |
| Vehicles Affected | 4 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect 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.
Safety 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
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.
Related Recalls for DOUBLE K
| Campaign | Vehicle | Component | Date | Affected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14V209000 | 2009 DOUBLE K MAINSTREET | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 34 | |
| 11V559000 | 2010 DOUBLE K MAINSTREET | EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER | 68 | |
| 11V091000 | 2002 DOUBLE K VILLAGER | EQUIPMENT | 175 | |
| 08V670000 | 2006 DOUBLE K VILLAGER | EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 1 | |
| 08V671000 | 2006 DOUBLE K VILLAGER | EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 1 | |
| 07V306000 | 2007 DOUBLE K VILLAGER 228 | STEERING | 18,000 |