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HighNHTSA·26E017000·Announced 2026-03-31

Ricon Power Transfer Seat Bases Recalled for Failure to Lock in Place

Ricon is recalling R1200 series power transfer seat bases because the gear motor may fail to lock the seat, increasing injury risk during a crash.

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 structural vehicle defect where the seat may not restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing injury risk. Per the rubric, risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported are classified as High (3).

Plain-English summary

Ricon Corporation is recalling certain R1200 series 6-Way and 4-Way Power Transfer Seat Base (PTSB) motorized seat bases. The recall involves 1,820 units. The defect involves the PTSB gear motor, which may fail to lock the seat in place when certain forces are applied. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."

A seat that moves may not properly restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. The source text does not report any specific injuries or fatalities associated with this defect.

The final remedy is currently under development. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed on April 14, 2026. Another notice will be sent once the final remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884.

The recalled product

Product
SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS recall
Manufacturer
Ricon Corporation
Category
Vehicle — Seating Systems
Hazard
Affected units
1,820

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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