Wheelchair lift can be used when not in park
Defect Summary
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2003-2006 thomas built buses minotour transit buses built on a ford chassis and equipped with an optional wheelchair lift. The wheelchair lift may be allowed to operate when the vehicle is in neutral or drive, due to missing relay in the interlock wiring harness.
Safety Consequence
If the vehicle can be moved while the wheelchair lift is being used, there is an increased the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wheelchair lift wiring, correcting it as necessary, free of charge. Daimler issued an interim notification to owners on june 19, 2018. the recall began november 15, 2019. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl-770.
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FAQ: Recall 18V330000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18V330000?
NHTSA recall 18V330000 was issued by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc on May 17, 2018. It addresses: Wheelchair lift can be used when not in park. The recall affects approximately 6 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Daimler Trucks North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18V330000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL-770. 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.