Recall
Johnston Vt801 — 24V296000
NHTSA ID
24V296000
Make
Johnston
Model
Vt801
Years Affected
2016
Recall Date
2024-04-26
Component
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Units Affected
381
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
Summary
Bucher Municipal North America (Bucher) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Johnston VT651, VT652, VS651, VS652, VT801, VS802, and Bucher V65t vehicles. The pin securing the hydraulic rear door cylinder can corrode and break, causing the rear door to fall.
Consequence
The falling door can strike operators or bystanders, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace hydraulic rear door cylinder pin, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 25, 2024. Owners may contact Bucher customer service at 1-704-658-1333.