Safety Recall NHTSA · 12V163000 Reported April 12, 2012

Wheelchair lift/outer roll stop latching mechanism

Elkhart Coach · N/A · 761 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
12V163000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
761
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
April 12, 2012

Defect Summary

Elkhart coach is recalling certain 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. a wheelchair occupant may defeat or ride over the insufficiently latched roll stop.

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.

Corrective Action

Elkhart will notify owners, and the repairs will be performed by authorized braun dealers free of charge. the safety recall began on april 12, 2012. owners may contact braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Elkhart Coach dealer and reference recall ID 12V163000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 12V163000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 12V163000?

NHTSA recall 12V163000 was issued by Elkhart Coach on April 12, 2012. It addresses: Wheelchair lift/outer roll stop latching mechanism. The recall affects approximately 761 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Elkhart Coach dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12V163000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.