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HighNHTSA·26V462000·Announced 2026-07-17

Turtle Top Recalls 2026 Terra Ford Transit Buses Due to Lift Control Failure

Turtle Top is recalling 2026 Terra Ford Transit buses because an electrical contactor may fail, preventing the wheelchair lift from stopping. This defect increases the risk of injury.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (wheelchair lift) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Turtle Top is recalling certain 2026 Terra Ford Transit buses. The recall addresses a defect in the wheelchair lift system where the electrical contactor may fail. This failure prevents the controls from stopping the lift.

A wheelchair lift that continues to move while occupied increases the risk of injury. The source text does not report any specific injuries or fatalities associated with this defect.

The remedy for this issue is currently under development, and the manufacturer has not yet provided a schedule for recall notification. Owners may contact Turtle Top customer service at 1-800-296-2105 for more information.

The recalled product

Product
TURTLE TOP TERRA FORD TRANSIT
Brand
TURTLE TOP
Manufacturer
Turtle Top
Category
Vehicle — Bus / Wheelchair Lift
Hazard

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • TERRA FORD TRANSIT

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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