Key Takeaway
BUS ROOF ESCAPE HATCH/FMVSS 217 by TURTLE TOP was recalled on July 13, 2012. What to do: Turtle Top will notify owners. SMI will provide service kits along with repair instructions to dealers and owners, free of charge. The safety recall...
BUS ROOF ESCAPE HATCH/FMVSS 217
Description
Turtle Top is recalling certain model year 2010 through 2012 commercial buses manufactured from April 1, 2011, through March 25, 2012, equipped with Specialty Manufacturing Inc. (SMI) Prolo roof hatches. Increased friction between the rear plate assemblies, p/no. 009327, and the nylon rear pop-up support, p/no. 008956, may result in an opening force of the Prolo roof hatches that exceeds federal standard requirements. Thus, these hatches fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 217, "Bus Emergency Exits and Window Retention and Release."
Injuries / Consequence
In the event of an emergency, passengers' exit from the bus may be hindered possibly resulting in injury to the vehicle occupants.
Remedy
Turtle Top will notify owners. SMI will provide service kits along with repair instructions to dealers and owners, free of charge. The safety recall began on August 16, 2012. Owners may contact Turtle Top at 1-574-831-4349 or SMI at 1-800-951-7867.
Products Affected
Vehicle
VehiclesRelated Recalls
Seat Back Malfunction/FMVSS 210
May 21, 2024
Delay In Seatbelt-Unfastened Telltale/FMVSS 208
March 12, 2020
Wheelchair Lift may Raise too High
September 13, 2018
Seat May Separate From the Base Frame
May 10, 2016
Wheel Chair Lift Link Arm Pivot Holes
January 13, 2016
Images From Rear Camera are Reversed
August 18, 2015
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recall still active?
Check the status badge at the top of this page. "Ongoing" means the recall is still active and you should follow the remedy instructions. "Completed" or "Terminated" means the recall process has concluded, though the safety issue remains relevant for any unrepaired products.
How do I check if my product is affected?
Compare the model number, lot code, serial number, or date range listed in the recall notice with the information on your product's label or packaging. For vehicles, check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/Recalls.
What remedy is available for this recall?
The listed remedy for this recall is: Turtle Top will notify owners. SMI will provide service kits along with repair instructions to dealers and owners, free of charge. The safety recall began on August 16, 2012. Owners may contact Tur...
Where can I find the original recall notice?
This recall was issued by NHTSA. You can view the original notice using the link provided above.