2009 Turtle Top Terra Transport problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2009 Turtle Top Terra Transport — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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How does 2009 compare to other Terra Transport years?

Terra Transport NHTSA complaints by model year, 2009 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2009 Turtle Top Terra Transport have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

15V396000Climate Control (A/C & Heat)June 22, 2015 · 355 units

Defect

Turtle Top is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Odyssey, 2011 Odyssey LT, 2006-2012 Terra Transport, 2014 Terra Transport, and 2014 Van Terra vehicles built on a GM chassis with a 6.6L engine. The affected transit buses and MPV specialty vehicles are equipped with Trans-Air add-on compressor mount kits, part numbers 4012506-01, 4012506-02, 4013126-01, 4013126-02, 4013235-01, 4013235-02, 4012909, 4013125, 4013222 and 717173 installed by Trans-Air personnel. After installing the compressor, a power distribution terminal strip may not have been properly reconnected.

Consequence

If the power distribution terminal strip has a poor connection or a loose connection, the strip may arc or overheat, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire.

Remedy

Turtle Top will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the power distribution terminal strip connection, correcting it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 19, 2015. Owners may contact Turtle Top customer service at 1-800-673-2446.

12V404000OtherAugust 14, 2012 · 577 units

Defect

Turtle Top is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 transit buses equipped with Century-2 and/or Vista-2 wheelchair lifts. Over time with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the outer barrier may become bent or misaligned.

Consequence

A wheelchair occupant may defeat or ride over the insufficiently latched roll stop. If this occurs when the lift platform is in an elevated position, the wheelchair's occupant could fall and sustain injury.

Remedy

Turtle Top will notify owners, and the repairs will be performed by authorized Braun dealers free of charge. The recall began on September 13, 2012. Owners may contact Turtle Top at 574-831-4340.

2009 Turtle Top Terra Transport — common questions

Is the 2009 Turtle Top Terra Transport reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2009 Turtle Top Terra Transport have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2009 Turtle Top Terra Transport. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2009 compare to other Terra Transport years?

Does the 2009 Turtle Top Terra Transport have recalls?

2009 Turtle Top Terra Transport — common questions

Is the 2009 Turtle Top Terra Transport reliable?

Does the 2009 Turtle Top Terra Transport have recalls?

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