Wheelchair restraints/securement: critical fastenersRecall 26V-318 · Ford and Turtle Top vehicles

Turtle Top recall 26V-318 covers 6 Ford and Turtle Top vehicles for a wheelchair restraints/securement: critical fasteners problem, reported to NHTSA on May 20, 2026.

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Vehicles repairedNo manufacturer report yet
Vehicles affected62 models
ReportedMay 20, 2026Owner notice date not listed
Complaints since0Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 26V318000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

Turtle Top is recalling certain 2026 Terra Transit and Odyssey transit buses. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.

The risk

An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.

What to do

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 29, 2026. Owners may contact Turtle Top customer service at 1-800-296-2105.

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

2 models

Vehicles in this recall

Built from December 1, 2025 to April 1, 2026. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.