Ricon Corporation | NHTSA Recall #16E020000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16E020000 by Ricon Corporation. Affecting model s2005, s2010, s5005, s5010, s5505, and s5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured august 26, 2014, to july 1, 2015 Includes 5,000 affected units, Wheel Chair Lift Platform Cracking/Big Pivot Holes, component: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model s2005, s2010, s5005, s5010, s5505, and s5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured august 26, 2014, to july 1, 2015

Defect Summary

Ricon corporation (ricon) is recalling certain model s2005, s2010, s5005, s5010, s5505, and s5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured august 26, 2014, to july 1, 2015. the platform side plate of the affected wheelchair lifts may crack. additionally, the 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

Ricon will notify the purchasers of the lifts, and their dealers will inspect the side plates for damage and for displaced bearings. the platform will be inspected for cracks. any damaged parts will be replaced, free of charge. the recall began on april 18, 2016. owners may contact ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 16E020000

Manufacturer: Ricon Corporation

Report Received Date: 2016-03-11T00:00:00

Subject: Wheel chair lift platform cracking/big pivot holes

Component: Equipment Adaptive/mobility

Potentially Affected Units: 5,000

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Equipment

Defect Summary: Ricon corporation (ricon) is recalling certain model s2005, s2010, s5005, s5010, s5505, and s5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured august 26, 2014, to july 1, 2015. the platform side plate of the affected wheelchair lifts may crack. additionally, the 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 platform side plates crack or the platform mounting fails from out-of-position bearings, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door. when the vehicle's doors are opened, the platform may fall onto the lift operator, increasing their risk of injury.

Corrective Action: Ricon will notify the purchasers of the lifts, and their dealers will inspect the side plates for damage and for displaced bearings. the platform will be inspected for cracks. any damaged parts will be replaced, free of charge. the recall began on april 18, 2016. owners may contact ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 32.64

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SID: row-96kg_eg7e-47dx

NHTSA ID: 16E020000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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