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.