Trans Tech Student Safety Transport, Roadstar +1 more: Equipment adaptive/mobility

Affects Trans Tech Student Safety Transport, Roadstar, Student Transporter Aero · 2007–2014 — about 188 vehicles.

The hazard

If the platform side plates crack, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door. When the doors are opened, the platform may fall out, increasing the risk of injury to the lift operator.

What to do

Trans Tech has notified owners and Ricon will supply supplemental platform support bumpers. Any platform that has already started cracking will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began in November 2014. Owners may contact Trans Tech customer service at 1-845-988-2333 or Ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational