Recall 15V494000 — LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH Defect in 2010-2012 TURTLE TOP ODYSSEY XL MPV
RECALL This recall affects up to 2 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 15V494000 |
| Manufacturer | Turtle Top |
| Vehicles Affected | 2 |
| Component | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect 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.
Safety 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.
Remedy
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.
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