Mobility Specialists, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #19V271000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 19V271000 by Mobility Specialists, Inc.. Affecting 2014-2017 ford e-150 and transit vans modified to be equipped with ricon s-series and k-series wheel chair lifts Includes 4 affected units, Wheelchair Lift may Raise too High, component: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2014-2017 ford e-150 and transit vans modified to be equipped with ricon s-series and k-series wheel chair lifts

Defect Summary

Mobility specialists, inc. (mobility specialists) is recalling certain 2014-2017 ford e-150 and transit vans modified to be equipped with ricon s-series and k-series wheel chair lifts. the wheelchair lift positioning input cam may fail while the lift is in use, allowing the platform to travel higher than the vehicle's floor height.

Corrective Action

Mobility specialists, working with ricon, has notified the owners. ricon will provide instructions and materials for replacing defective parts. Owners may contact ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 19V271000

Manufacturer: Mobility Specialists, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2019-04-03T00:00:00

Subject: Wheelchair lift may raise too high

Component: Equipment Adaptive/mobility

Potentially Affected Units: 4

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 18E-044

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Mobility specialists, inc. (mobility specialists) is recalling certain 2014-2017 ford e-150 and transit vans modified to be equipped with ricon s-series and k-series wheel chair lifts. the wheelchair lift positioning input cam may fail while the lift is in use, allowing the platform to travel higher than the vehicle's floor height.

Consequence Summary: If the wheelchair lift platform stops above the vehicle floor, the wheelchair user can tip inwards toward the vehicle when exiting the lift, increasing their risk of injury.

Corrective Action: Mobility specialists, working with ricon, has notified the owners. ricon will provide instructions and materials for replacing defective parts. Owners may contact 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: 19V271000

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