Champion Bus, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #06V127000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 06V127000 by Champion Bus, Inc.. Includes 7 affected units, WHEELCHAIR LIFTS/RICON, component: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain transit buses equipped with ricon s and k series platform style wheelchair lifts, the vertical support arms for the lifts were improperly welded allowing the lift to stow improperly.

Corrective Action

Champion is working with ricon to remedy these buses. the two lift arms will be replaced free of charge. owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or champion at 1-810-724-6474.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 06V127000

Manufacturer: Champion Bus, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2006-04-24T00:00:00

Subject: Wheelchair lifts/ricon

Component: Equipment Adaptive/mobility

Potentially Affected Units: 7

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain transit buses equipped with ricon s and k series platform style wheelchair lifts, the vertical support arms for the lifts were improperly welded allowing the lift to stow improperly.

Consequence Summary: In the event this condition occurs during passenger operations it may not be possible to close the lift door causing the vehicle interlocks to remain engaged preventing movement of the vehicle or the ability to load or unload passengers with disabilities from the vehicle.

Corrective Action: Champion is working with ricon to remedy these buses. the two lift arms will be replaced free of charge. owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or champion at 1-810-724-6474.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-zg8m_fibv_pv9m

NHTSA ID: 06V127000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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