New England Wheels | NHTSA Recall #12V440000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 12V440000 by New England Wheels. Affecting model year 2006-2010 ford e-150, e-250, and e-350 vehicles equipped with braun century-2 and/or vista-2 wheelchair lifts Includes 435 affected units, Wheelchair Lift/Outer Roll Stop Latching Mechanism, component: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2006-2010 ford e-150, e-250, and e-350 vehicles equipped with braun century-2 and/or vista-2 wheelchair lifts

Defect Summary

New england wheels, inc., (new england wheels) is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 ford e-150, e-250, and e-350 vehicles equipped with braun century-2 and/or vista-2 wheelchair lifts. over time and with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the outer barrier may become bent or misaligned.

Corrective Action

New england wheels notified owners during september 2012. the repairs will be performed by authorized braun dealers free of charge. owners may contact new england wheels at 1-978-663-9724.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 12V440000
Manufacturer: New England Wheels
Report Received Date: 2012-09-11T00:00:00
Subject: Wheelchair lift/outer roll stop latching mechanism
Component: Equipment Adaptive/mobility
Potentially Affected Units: 435

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: New england wheels, inc., (new england wheels) is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 ford e-150, e-250, and e-350 vehicles equipped with braun century-2 and/or vista-2 wheelchair lifts. over time and with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the outer barrier may become bent or misaligned.
Consequence Summary: 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.
Corrective Action: New england wheels notified owners during september 2012. the repairs will be performed by authorized braun dealers free of charge. owners may contact new england wheels at 1-978-663-9724.

Safety Information

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

Metadata

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NHTSA ID: 12V440000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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