Recall 12V172 affects 1 2009 Trans Tech DW5+9159FRL bus for wheelchair-lift roll stop latch defects. Repair is free through an authorized Braun dealer.
Trans Tech is recalling 1 2009 DW5+9159FRL bus because frequent use can bend or misalign the wheelchair lift's outer barrier roll stop latches. If the platform is raised and the roll stop does not latch, the wheelchair occupant can fall and be injured; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The wheelchair lift on the 2009 Trans Tech DW5+9159FRL is adaptive equipment that raises and lowers a wheelchair user between the ground and the bus floor. Its outer barrier uses roll stop latches to hold the barrier in place, so the wheelchair stays on the platform while the lift moves.
On affected lifts, repeated use over time can bend the roll stop latches or push them out of alignment. When the latches do not seat correctly, the outer barrier is not held firmly enough. A wheelchair occupant can defeat the barrier or ride over it before the lift is safely positioned.
There is no warning sign before failure. The problem is with the latch position and the way the barrier holds, so a lift that looks ready for use still needs the recall repair if the VIN is included.
Who's affected?
| 2009 Trans Tech DW5+9159FRL | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 1 |
Not every 2009 Trans Tech DW5+9159FRL bus is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the lift defect occurs while the platform is elevated, the wheelchair occupant can fall and be injured. Avoid using the lift with an occupant until the recall work is complete, and arrange service before the next boarding. Repair will be free at any franchised Trans Tech dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2009 Trans Tech DW5+9159FRL is included in this recall.
- Ask Trans Tech for the owner notice if you never received it or bought the bus used.
- Contact a franchised Trans Tech dealer about the free wheelchair-lift roll-stop repair that fixes bent or misaligned outer-barrier latches.
- Reference recall number 12V172 when you call, and give the dealer the VIN and wheelchair-lift details.
- Keep wheelchair occupants clear of the lift until the roll-stop latch repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Trans Tech service technician handles the wheelchair lift repair covered by recall 12V172. The filed remedy does not name the exact parts or adjustment steps, but it identifies the work as a no-charge repair performed through an authorized Braun dealer. The repair is tied to the Braun Century-2 or Vista-2 wheelchair lift outer barrier roll stop latch, which needs to latch correctly before the lift is returned to service. The dealer repair will be free once available.
Timeline
| April 16, 2012 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 9, 2012 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 12V172?
Recall 12V172 covers 1 2009 Trans Tech DW5+9159FRL bus equipped with a Braun Century-2 or Vista-2 wheelchair lift. The outer barrier roll stop latches can bend or move out of alignment, letting a wheelchair occupant ride over the roll stop while the platform is raised.
What should I do if my 2009 Trans Tech DW5+9159FRL is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 12V172. If it is, contact Trans Tech at 845-988-0419 and ask how to arrange the authorized Braun lift repair. Reference recall number 12V172 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and this recall says the wheelchair lift repair will be performed by an authorized Braun dealer free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is a fall from an elevated wheelchair lift platform. If the outer barrier roll stop latches are bent or misaligned, a wheelchair occupant can ride over the roll stop and be injured. The repair corrects the lift barrier latch condition for free.
What if I bought this Trans Tech bus used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether this specific DW5+9159FRL is included, then contact Trans Tech at 845-988-0419 and reference recall number 12V172.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/12V172000 |
|---|---|
| Trans Tech customer service | 845-988-0419 |
| NHTSA recall # | 12V172 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 12V172000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →