Recall 09V-054: 2006 Ford E-350, 2005–2007 Ford E-350 Allstar and 3 more
STARCRAFT BUS AND MOBILITY recall for equipment adaptive/mobility, reported to NHTSA on Feb 11, 2009, covering about 814 vehicles.
The problem
Starcraft is recalling 814 my 2005-2007 ford e-350 starlite, ford e-350/e-450 allstar, and GM 3500 allstar trucks built on ford and GM chassis and equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These lifts fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 403, "platform lift system accessible for motor vehicles." the anti-stow interlock may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user. The pressure sensing switch that detects the presence of weight on the platform was not adjusted to the necessary sensitivity level. The lift could stow even though someone or something is still on the lift.
The risk
A lift occupant can be injured should the lift begin to stow unintentionally.
The fix
Starcraft is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (Please see 07e097). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or starcraft at 574-642-3112.
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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Recall details
| Manufacturer | STARCRAFT BUS AND MOBILITY |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment Adaptive/Mobility |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 09V054000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Ford E-350 | 2006 | All years |
| Ford E-350 Allstar | 2005, 2006, 2007 | All years |
| Ford E-350 Starlite | 2005, 2006, 2007 | All years |
| Ford E-450 Allstar | 2005, 2006, 2007 | All years |
| GM 3500 Allstar | 2005, 2006, 2007 | All years |
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 09V-054?
Starcraft is recalling 814 my 2005-2007 ford e-350 starlite, ford e-350/e-450 allstar, and GM 3500 allstar trucks built on ford and GM chassis and equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These lifts fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 403, "platform lift system accessible for motor vehicles." the anti-stow interlock may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user. The pressure sensing switch that detects the presence of weight on the platform was not adjusted to the necessary sensitivity level. The lift could stow even though someone or something is still on the lift.
How is recall 09V-054 fixed?
Starcraft is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (Please see 07e097). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or starcraft at 574-642-3112.
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.