Comm-Trans Recalls ADA Conversion Vans with Defective Wheelchair Lifts
Comm-Trans is recalling 2007-2009 ADA conversion vans built on Ford chassis due to a software defect in wheelchair lifts that may cause tipping or falling.
What this means for you
Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the criteria for a High severity score.
Plain-English summary
Comm-Trans is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 ADA conversion vans built on Ford E-150, E-250, and E-350 chassis. These vehicles were manufactured between December 7, 2007, and December 23, 2009, and are fitted with certain RICON S Series and K Series L-Model wheelchair lifts. This recall pertains only to vehicles altered by Comm-Trans and has no relation to vehicles manufactured by Ford Motor Company.
The recall addresses a software problem in the lift's "up" function. If the "up" button is released before the floor level limit switch is activated, the lift may continue traveling upward and overrun the floor level cut-off point. When the platform overruns the vehicle floor level and stops at an angle of 15-20 degrees, it is possible for a person in a wheelchair to tip over or for someone standing on the platform to fall, potentially resulting in injuries.
Comm-Trans will notify owners, and repairs will be performed by authorized RICON dealers free of charge. A software solution is under investigation. Until available, RICON will provide owners with a bulletin outlining proper operation and a DVD-based training aid at no cost. The safety recall began on July 6, 2010. Owners may contact RICON at 1-818-267-3000 or Comm-Trans at 1-901-726-9394.
The recalled product
- Product
- FORD E-350, E-250, E-150
- Brand
- FORD
- Manufacturer
- COMM-TRANS
- Category
- Vehicle — ADA Conversion Van
- Affected units
- 65
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (3)
- E-350
- E-250
- E-150
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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