Recall 19V198 affects 3 2015, 2017 Trans Tech Cst vehicles for a wheelchair-lift input cam defect. Repair is free at any franchised Trans Tech dealer.
Trans Tech is recalling 3 of its 2015, 2017 Cst buses equipped with Ricon S-Series and K-Series wheelchair lifts because the lift platform can rise above the vehicle floor. If that happens, a wheelchair user can tip inward toward the bus while exiting the lift, increasing injury risk; Trans Tech dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The S-Series and K-Series wheelchair lift on 2015, 2017 Trans Tech Cst buses raises and lowers a wheelchair user between the ground and the bus floor. A positioning input cam is a small control part that tells the lift where the platform is, so the cutoff switch stops upward travel at floor height.
On affected lifts, that cam can fail while the lift is in use. If the operator keeps holding the up button, the disabled cutoff switch lets the platform continue above the bus floor. With someone on the platform, that height mismatch can tip the wheelchair occupant inward toward the vehicle and increase the risk of injury. Ricon had not determined the cause of the cam break in the recall record.
There is no warning sign before failure. The lift operator will not get a separate symptom before the cam breaks, so the hazard appears during lift operation.
Who's affected?
The scope covers two nonconsecutive model years with the same adaptive/mobility equipment component named for each.
| 2015 Trans Tech Cst | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
|---|---|
| 2017 Trans Tech Cst | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| Units affected | 3 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2015 or 2017 Trans Tech Cst bus is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the lift platform stops above the vehicle floor, a wheelchair user can tip inward toward the vehicle while exiting the lift, increasing injury risk. There is no warning sign before this failure. Stop using the lift if it does not sit level with the floor, and call the dealer. Repair is free at any franchised Trans Tech dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm whether this 2015, 2017 Trans Tech Cst recall includes your bus.
- Contact a franchised Trans Tech dealer to schedule the free lift positioning input cam replacement that fixes the wheelchair lift platform height issue.
- Bring the recall notice if you received one, or reference recall number 19V198 when you call.
- Keep wheelchair lift users clear of the platform until the repair is complete if the lift stops above the vehicle floor.
- Call Trans Tech customer service at 1-845-988-0419 with questions about the recall or repair timing.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Trans Tech technician replaces the wheelchair lift positioning input cam so the platform stops at the correct height relative to the vehicle floor. The recall repair is free, and parts and labor are covered. Trans Tech has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for the same lift cam repair before the recall notice. Bring repair orders, receipts, and proof of payment to the service desk.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| March 13, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 15, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| March 15, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| March 22, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| April 24, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V198?
Recall 19V198 covers 3 2015, 2017 Trans Tech Cst buses equipped with Ricon S-Series and K-Series wheelchair lifts. The lift positioning input cam can fail during use, allowing the platform to rise above the vehicle floor. Ricon dealers will replace the cam for free.
What should I do if my 2015, 2017 Trans Tech Cst is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 19V198. If it is, contact a franchised Trans Tech dealer or Ricon service location to schedule replacement of the lift positioning input cam. Reference recall number 19V198 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 19V198, Ricon dealers replace the wheelchair lift positioning input cam free of charge, including parts and labor.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is injury to a wheelchair user exiting the lift. If the platform stops above the vehicle floor, the wheelchair user can tip inward toward the vehicle. Until the repair is complete, treat any uneven lift movement as a service issue and keep passengers clear.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V198000 |
|---|---|
| Trans Tech customer service | 1-845-988-0419 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V198 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V198000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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