Recall 08V-543: 2006 K&d KD 07005, 2007 K&d KD 70075
K & D CUSTOM COACH, INC recall for equipment adaptive/mobility, reported to NHTSA on Oct 17, 2008, covering about 2 vehicles.
The problem
K & d is recalling 2 my 2006 kd 07005 and my 2007 kd 70075 class a recreational vehicles built on winnebago chassis and equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 404, "platform lift installations in motor vehicles." the threshold warning system may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user in a certain spot within the defined threshold area.
The risk
The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.
The fix
K & d is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (Please see 07e095). The recall is expected to begin during october 2008. Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or k & d at 1-574-537-1716.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | K & D CUSTOM COACH, INC |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment Adaptive/Mobility |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 08V543000 |
Vehicles in this recall
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 08V-543?
K & d is recalling 2 my 2006 kd 07005 and my 2007 kd 70075 class a recreational vehicles built on winnebago chassis and equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 404, "platform lift installations in motor vehicles." the threshold warning system may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user in a certain spot within the defined threshold area.
How is recall 08V-543 fixed?
K & d is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (Please see 07e095). The recall is expected to begin during october 2008. Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or k & d at 1-574-537-1716.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.