Gillig, Llc | ricon model s5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured november 3, 2010, to february 25, 2011 and sold through the gillig aftermarket parts department | NHTSA Recall #15E092000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 15E092000 by Gillig, Llc. Affecting ricon model s5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured november 3, 2010, to february 25, 2011 and sold through the gillig aftermarket parts department Includes 4 affected units, Wheel Chair Lift Link Arm Pivot Holes, component: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

ricon model s5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured november 3, 2010, to february 25, 2011 and sold through the gillig aftermarket parts department

Defect Summary

Gillig llc (gillig) is recalling certain ricon model s5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured november 3, 2010, to february 25, 2011 and sold through the gillig aftermarket parts department. the affected lifts are equipped with folding link arms that may have pivot holes that are too big, allowing the bearings to move out of position.

Corrective Action

Gillig will notify owners, and ricon dealers will inspect the link arms for damage or for displaced bearings. the platform will be inspected for cracks. any damaged parts will be replaced, free of charge. the recall began on december 28, 2015. owners may contact gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500, or ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884. note: these wheelchair lifts were subject to a similar recall in 2014. all lifts that received that recall remedy are still affected by this recall as well.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 15E092000
Manufacturer: Gillig, Llc
Report Received Date: 2015-11-19T00:00:00
Subject: Wheel chair lift link arm pivot holes
Component: Equipment Adaptive/mobility
Potentially Affected Units: 4

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Equipment
Defect Summary: Gillig llc (gillig) is recalling certain ricon model s5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured november 3, 2010, to february 25, 2011 and sold through the gillig aftermarket parts department. the affected lifts are equipped with folding link arms that may have pivot holes that are too big, allowing the bearings to move out of position.
Consequence Summary: If the bearings move out of position, the stowed platform may have excessive movement resulting in failure of the platform mounting. this failure could cause the wheel chair lift platform to fall out of the vehicle when the doors are opened, increasing the risk of injury for the lift operator.
Corrective Action: Gillig will notify owners, and ricon dealers will inspect the link arms for damage or for displaced bearings. the platform will be inspected for cracks. any damaged parts will be replaced, free of charge. the recall began on december 28, 2015. owners may contact gillig customer service at 1-800-735-1500, or ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884. note: these wheelchair lifts were subject to a similar recall in 2014. all lifts that received that recall remedy are still affected by this recall as well.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 25

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NHTSA ID: 15E092000
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Created At: 1741512641
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Updated At: 1741512641
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