The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·14V279000·Announced 2014-05-27

Ford E-150 wheelchair lift latch defect recall

Mobility Specialists is recalling 2007-2008 Ford E-150 vans with wheelchair lifts where latches may fail, risking occupant falls.

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 High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Mobility Specialists, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 Ford E-150 vans that were modified by the company and equipped with Braun NCL-2 or NVL-2 wheelchair lifts. The recall involves 56 vehicles.

The defect involves the roll stop latches on the outer barrier of the lifts, which may become bent or misaligned over time and with frequent use. If a wheelchair occupant defeats or rides over an insufficiently latched roll stop while the lift platform is elevated, the occupant could fall and sustain injury.

Mobility Specialists will notify owners and replace the affected parts free of charge. The recall began in July 2014. Owners may contact Mobility Specialists customer service at 1-877-777-5438 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
FORD E-150
Brand
FORD
Manufacturer
Mobility Specialists, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Wheelchair Lift
Hazard
Affected units
56

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 (1)

  • E-150

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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