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2005 Mid Bus Guide XL recall: equipment adaptive/mobility

Mid Bus Corporation reported this safety recall on June 1, 2006. It covers about 2 vehicles.

vehicles affected
2
reported
Jun 1, 2006

Equipment adaptive/mobility

What is wrong
Certain 2005 guide xl school buses manufactured between june 2005 and january 2006 equipped with ricon's 1200, 2000, and 5500 series platform wheelchair lifts. The platform lifts may have a defect in the weld which will allow a joint on the vertical lift to crack.
Risk
In the event this condition occurs during passenger operations it may not be possible to close the lift door causing the vehicle interlocks to remain engaged preventing movement of the vehicle or the ability to load or unload passengers with disabilities from the vehicle.
Remedy
Ricon is conducting this recall (please see 06e008000) and will replace the two vertical arms even if only one arm is cracked free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during june 2006. Owners may contact ricon customer support dept. At 800‑322‑2884 or owners may contact mid bus customer service at 1‑877‑358‑6055.

Recall number 06V194000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 06V194000

Is there a recall on the 2005 Mid Bus Guide XL equipment adaptive/mobility?

Yes. Recall 06V194000, reported on June 1, 2006, covers about 2 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 06V194000?

Ricon is conducting this recall (please see 06e008000) and will replace the two vertical arms even if only one arm is cracked free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during june 2006. Owners may contact ricon customer support dept. At 800‑322‑2884 or owners may contact mid bus customer service at 1‑877‑358‑6055.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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