NHTSA Campaign 16V317000
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Issued by Mobility Works (WMK Inc.) · Reported May 18, 2016 · 11 vehicles affected
What's wrong
Mobility Works (WMK Inc.) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Ford E-150, E-250, E-350, and Chevrolet Express 2500 vans manufactured January 1, 2014, to December 31, 2015, and 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.
Consequence
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
Mobility Works 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 17, 2016. Owners may contact Mobility Works customer service at 1-800-769-8267. Mobility Works' number for this recall is 16E-020.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| MOBILITY WORKS | CHEVY EXPRESS 2500 | 2014 | 11 |
| MOBILITY WORKS | CHEVY EXPRESS 2500 | 2015 | 11 |
| MOBILITY WORKS | FORD E-150 | 2014 | 11 |
| MOBILITY WORKS | FORD E-150 | 2015 | 11 |
| MOBILITY WORKS | FORD E-250 | 2014 | 11 |
| MOBILITY WORKS | FORD E-250 | 2015 | 11 |
| MOBILITY WORKS | FORD E-350 | 2014 | 11 |
| MOBILITY WORKS | FORD E-350 | 2015 | 11 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 16V317000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.