Turtle Top Recalls 2026 Odyssey and Terra Transit Buses
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Turtle Top is recalling certain 2026 Ford Odyssey and Terra Transit buses because the wheelchair restraint retractors may not lock properly.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on May 27, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "medium" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Turtle Top is recalling certain 2026 Terra Transit and Odyssey transit buses. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall affects 12 units of 2026 Ford Odyssey and 2026 Ford Terra Transit transit buses (6 units per model). The NHTSA Campaign Number is 26V318000.
What You Should Do
Dealers will inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 29, 2026. Owners may contact Turtle Top customer service at 1-800-296-2105.
Why This Matters
An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
Source
NHTSA Campaign 26V318000 - National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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