Ricon Recalls S-Series and K-Series Wheelchair Platform Lifts
Ricon is recalling S-Series and K-Series wheelchair platform lifts because a failed electrical contactor may prevent the controls from stopping the lift.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).
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, which corresponds to a High severity score under the rubric.
Plain-English summary
Ricon Corporation is recalling certain S-Series and K-Series wheelchair platform lifts. The recall addresses a defect where the electrical contactor may fail, which can prevent the controls from stopping the lift.
A wheelchair lift that continues to move while occupied increases the risk of injury. The source text does not report any specific injuries or fatalities associated with this defect.
Dealers will correct the wiring by installing two diodes, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 29, 2026. Owners may contact Ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884.
The recalled product
- Product
- EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR LIFT/RAMP:CONTROLS/CONTROL WIRING recall
- Manufacturer
- Ricon Corporation
- Affected units
- 1,220
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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