Wheelchair lift armored cable short circuit
Defect Summary
Tmc group, inc. Is recalling certain model year 2006-2013 ameritrans e-series buses manufactured august 1, 2006, through july 31, 2012. these buses are equipped with a ricon wheelchair lift with an optional armored pendant cable. the armored cable may be positioned such that it does not clear the wheelchair lift.
Safety Consequence
If the cable does not clear the wheel chair lift it may contact the power lug and if it does not have a nonconductive cover, or it has an improperly installed non-conductive cover, then a short circuit may occur that could result in a fire.
Corrective Action
Ricon will send owners a supplemental cover kit and instructions free of charge. a notice to owners was mailed by certified mail on july 5, 2013. owners may contact ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884 or by e-mail at recall.admin@wabtec.com.
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FAQ: Recall 13V299000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 13V299000?
NHTSA recall 13V299000 was issued by Tmc Group, Inc. on July 8, 2013. It addresses: Wheelchair lift armored cable short circuit. The recall affects approximately 4 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Tmc Group, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13V299000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.