International Motors, Llc | NHTSA Recall #06V138000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 06V138000 by International Motors, Llc. Includes 357 affected units, WHEELCHAIR LIFTS/RICON, component: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Certain my 2006 and 2007 ic corporation fe, re, and ic school buses and ce school and commercial buses manufactured between june 12, 2005, and march 29, 2006, and equipped with ricon 1200, 2000, and 5500 series wheelchair lifts. the platform lifts may have a defect in the weld which will allow a joint on the vertical lift to crack.

Corrective Action

Ricon is conducting this recall (please see 06e008000) and will replace the two vertical arms even if only one arm is cracked free of charge. the recall began on may 12, 2006. owners may contact ricon customer support dept. At 800-322-2884 or owners may contact international at 1-800-448-7825.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 06V138000

Manufacturer: International Motors, Llc

Report Received Date: 2006-04-25T00:00:00

Subject: Wheelchair lifts/ricon

Component: Equipment Adaptive/mobility

Potentially Affected Units: 357

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 06503

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Certain my 2006 and 2007 ic corporation fe, re, and ic school buses and ce school and commercial buses manufactured between june 12, 2005, and march 29, 2006, and equipped with ricon 1200, 2000, and 5500 series wheelchair lifts. the platform lifts may have a defect in the weld which will allow a joint on the vertical lift to crack.

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. this may result in personal injury or death.

Corrective Action: Ricon is conducting this recall (please see 06e008000) and will replace the two vertical arms even if only one arm is cracked free of charge. the recall began on may 12, 2006. owners may contact ricon customer support dept. At 800-322-2884 or owners may contact international at 1-800-448-7825.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 06V138000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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