Ricon Corporation | NHTSA Recall #09E061000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 09E061000 by Ricon Corporation. Includes 3,367 affected units, WHEELCHAIR LIFTS/UP BUTTON, component: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Ricon is recall certain s series and k series l-model wheelchair lifts manufactured between september 2007 and october 2009, sold as original equipment for various specialty vehicles and sold through aftermarket sales. due to a problem in the software that controls the lifts up function, if the switch is released before the floor level limit switch is activated, the lift may continue its upward travel for approximately 1 second before stopping. the continued upward travel may overrun the floor level cut off point.

Corrective Action

Each vehicle manufacturer will provide a remedy plan and notification schedule. ricon will notify owners who purchased the affected lifts as aftermarket or replacement equipment. the lifts will be repaired free of charge. the recall began on february 1, 2010. owners may contact their vehicle manufacturer or ricon at 1-818-267-3000.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 09E061000

Manufacturer: Ricon Corporation

Report Received Date: 2009-11-16T00:00:00

Subject: Wheelchair lifts/up button

Component: Equipment Adaptive/mobility

Potentially Affected Units: 3,367

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Equipment

Defect Summary: Ricon is recall certain s series and k series l-model wheelchair lifts manufactured between september 2007 and october 2009, sold as original equipment for various specialty vehicles and sold through aftermarket sales. due to a problem in the software that controls the lifts up function, if the switch is released before the floor level limit switch is activated, the lift may continue its upward travel for approximately 1 second before stopping. the continued upward travel may overrun the floor level cut off point.

Consequence Summary: When the platform overruns the vehicle floor level and stops at an angle from 15-20 degrees, it is possible for a person in a wheelchair to tip over and for someone standing on the platform to fall, possibly resulting in injuries.

Corrective Action: Each vehicle manufacturer will provide a remedy plan and notification schedule. ricon will notify owners who purchased the affected lifts as aftermarket or replacement equipment. the lifts will be repaired free of charge. the recall began on february 1, 2010. owners may contact their vehicle manufacturer or ricon at 1-818-267-3000.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 09E061000

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