Ameritrans Bus, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #16V398000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16V398000 by Ameritrans Bus, Inc.. Affecting model year 2015-2016 285 shuttle buses manufactured march 2, 2015, through december 23, 2015, built on ford e-450 chassis and equipped with certain model s2000, s5000, and s5500, wheelchair lifts manufactured by the ricon corporation Includes 5 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 year 2015-2016 285 shuttle buses manufactured march 2, 2015, through december 23, 2015, built on ford e-450 chassis and equipped with certain model s2000, s5000, and s5500, wheelchair lifts manufactured by the ricon corporation

Defect Summary

Ameritrans bus, inc. (ameritrans) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 285 shuttle buses manufactured march 2, 2015, through december 23, 2015, built on ford e-450 chassis and equipped with certain model s2000, s5000, and s5500, wheelchair lifts manufactured by the ricon corporation. 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

Ameritrans will notify the purchasers of the lifts, and ricon 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 june 30, 2016. owners may contact ameritrans customer service at 1-574-262-8935, or ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 16V398000
Manufacturer: Ameritrans Bus, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2016-06-02T00:00:00
Subject: Wheel chair lift platform cracking/big pivot holes
Component: Equipment Adaptive/mobility
Potentially Affected Units: 5

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Ameritrans bus, inc. (ameritrans) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 285 shuttle buses manufactured march 2, 2015, through december 23, 2015, built on ford e-450 chassis and equipped with certain model s2000, s5000, and s5500, wheelchair lifts manufactured by the ricon corporation. 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: Ameritrans will notify the purchasers of the lifts, and ricon 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 june 30, 2016. owners may contact ameritrans customer service at 1-574-262-8935, or ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884.

Safety Information

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

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NHTSA ID: 16V398000
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Created At: 1742808662
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