New England Wheels | NHTSA Recall #16V350000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16V350000 by New England Wheels. Affecting model year 2006-2014 ford e-250, e-350, and 2015 ford transit vans equipped with certain model s2005, s2010, s5005, s5010, s5505, and s5510 wheelchair lifts by ricon Includes 2 affected units, Wheelchair Lift/Platform Cracking/Pivot Arm Holes, component: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2006-2014 ford e-250, e-350, and 2015 ford transit vans equipped with certain model s2005, s2010, s5005, s5010, s5505, and s5510 wheelchair lifts by ricon

Defect Summary

New england wheels (new england) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 ford e-250, e-350, and 2015 ford transit vans equipped with certain model s2005, s2010, s5005, s5010, s5505, and s5510 wheelchair lifts by ricon. 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

New england 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 june 29, 2016. owners may contact new england customer service at 1-800-886-9247. new england's number for this recall is 16e-020.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 16V350000
Manufacturer: New England Wheels
Report Received Date: 2016-05-24T00:00:00
Subject: Wheelchair lift/platform cracking/pivot arm holes
Component: Equipment Adaptive/mobility
Potentially Affected Units: 2

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 16E-020
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: New england wheels (new england) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 ford e-250, e-350, and 2015 ford transit vans equipped with certain model s2005, s2010, s5005, s5010, s5505, and s5510 wheelchair lifts by ricon. 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: New england 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 june 29, 2016. owners may contact new england customer service at 1-800-886-9247. new england's number for this recall is 16e-020.

Safety Information

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

Metadata

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NHTSA ID: 16V350000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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