The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·16V331000·Announced 2016-05-20

Ford Transit wheelchair lift platform defect recall

National Van Builders is recalling 2015 Ford Transit vans with specific Ricon wheelchair lifts due to potential platform cracking or bearing displacement that could cause injury.

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 the platform may fall on an operator, but the source text does not report any actual injuries or fatalities, fitting the 'High' severity criteria for unreported injury risks.

Plain-English summary

National Van Builders, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford Transit vehicles manufactured between July 1, 2015, and October 30, 2015. These vehicles are equipped with specific Ricon wheelchair lift models (S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510). The recall addresses defects in the wheelchair lift components, specifically the platform side plates and folding link arms.

The platform side plates may crack, and the folding link arms may have pivot holes that are too large, allowing bearings to move out of position. If the platform side plates crack or the platform mounting fails due to out-of-position bearings, the lift platform can separate from the lift and rest against the vehicle's lift door. When the vehicle's doors are opened, the platform may fall onto the lift operator, increasing the risk of injury.

National Van will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the link arms for damage or displaced bearings and inspect the platform for cracks. Any damaged parts will be replaced free of charge. The recall began on June 15, 2016. Owners may contact National Van customer service at 1-800-527-7477 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
FORD TRANSIT
Brand
FORD
Manufacturer
National Van Builders, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Wheelchair Lift
Hazard
Affected units
2

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)

  • TRANSIT

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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