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2006-2015 Ford E-250, Ford E-350 and others recall: equipment adaptive/mobility

New England Wheels reported this safety recall on May 24, 2016. It covers about 2 vehicles.

vehicles affected
2
reported
May 24, 2016
owners notified
Jun 29, 2016

Equipment adaptive/mobility

What is wrong
New England Wheels (New England) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Ford E-250, E-350, and 2015 Ford Transit vans equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts by Ricon. The platform side plate of the affected wheelchair lifts may crack. Additionally, the lifts are equipped with folding link arms that may have pivot holes that are too big, allowing the bearings to move out of position.
Risk
If the platform side plates crack or the platform mounting fails from out-of-position bearings, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door. When the vehicle's doors are opened, the platform may fall onto the lift operator, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
New England will notify owners, and Ricon dealers will inspect the link arms for damage or for displaced bearings. The platform will be inspected for cracks. Any damaged parts will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on June 29, 2016. Owners may contact New England customer service at 1‑800‑886‑9247. New England's number for this recall is 16E-020.

Recall number 16V350000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 16V350000

Is there a recall on the 2006-2015 Ford E-250, Ford E-350 and others equipment adaptive/mobility?

Yes. Recall 16V350000, reported on May 24, 2016, covers about 2 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 16V350000?

New England will notify owners, and Ricon dealers will inspect the link arms for damage or for displaced bearings. The platform will be inspected for cracks. Any damaged parts will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on June 29, 2016. Owners may contact New England customer service at 1‑800‑886‑9247. New England's number for this recall is 16E-020.

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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