Freightliner Llc | NHTSA Recall #06V150000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 06V150000 by Freightliner Llc. Includes 45 affected units, WHEELCHAIR LIFTS/RICON, component: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Certain my 2004-2007 thomas built minotour, fs65, mvp-ef, and hdx model school buses, manufactured between june 16 and july 1, 2005, equipped with ricon wheelchair lifts. cracks in the lift arms may allow the mechanism to twist during stowage, preventing closure of the safety interlock switches.

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 is expected to begin on may 30, 2006. owners may contact ricon customer support dept. At 800-322-2884 or owners may contact thomas bus customer support office at 336-889-4871.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 06V150000
Manufacturer: Freightliner Llc
Report Received Date: 2006-05-03T00:00:00
Subject: Wheelchair lifts/ricon
Component: Equipment Adaptive/mobility
Potentially Affected Units: 45

Details

MFR Campaign Number: FL-473
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Certain my 2004-2007 thomas built minotour, fs65, mvp-ef, and hdx model school buses, manufactured between june 16 and july 1, 2005, equipped with ricon wheelchair lifts. cracks in the lift arms may allow the mechanism to twist during stowage, preventing closure of the safety interlock switches.
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: 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 is expected to begin on may 30, 2006. owners may contact ricon customer support dept. At 800-322-2884 or owners may contact thomas bus customer support office at 336-889-4871.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-7wki~vwzu.7n3d
NHTSA ID: 06V150000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
Created Meta: N/A
Updated At: 1742808662
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