Defect Description
Vantage Mobility International, LLC (Vantage) is recalling certain 2012-2018 AMS Genesis wheelchair vans, built on a Toyota Sienna vehicles. The rubber brake hoses that attach to the rear wheel assembly may be too short, causing them to rub against the rear axle trailing arm.
Safety Consequence
The contact may cause failure of the rear brake hoses, resulting in a loss of vehicle control and reduced braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Vantage will notify owners, and dealers will install a set of rear brake hoses that will provide the proper clearance, free of charge. The recall began December 16, 2019. Owners may contact Vantage customer service at 1-800-488-9082.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | TOYOTA | SIENNA |
| 2013 | TOYOTA | SIENNA |
| 2014 | TOYOTA | SIENNA |
| 2015 | TOYOTA | SIENNA |
| 2016 | TOYOTA | SIENNA |
| 2017 | TOYOTA | SIENNA |
| 2018 | TOYOTA | SIENNA |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.