Recall 09V-096: 2005–2007 Ford E-Series
NEW ENGLAND WHEELS recall for equipment adaptive/mobility, reported to NHTSA on Mar 24, 2009, covering about 513 vehicles.
The problem
New england wheels, inc. Is recalling 513 ricon wheelchair lifts which it installed on my 2005 through 2007 ford e-series commercial vans. 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
A lift occupant can be injured should the lift begin to stow unintentionally.
The fix
New england wheels is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (Please see 07e095). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or new england wheels at 1-800-886-9247.
Notes
Owners 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 | NEW ENGLAND WHEELS |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment Adaptive/Mobility |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 09V096000 |
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 09V-096?
New england wheels, inc. Is recalling 513 ricon wheelchair lifts which it installed on my 2005 through 2007 ford e-series commercial vans. 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 09V-096 fixed?
New england wheels is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (Please see 07e095). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or new england wheels at 1-800-886-9247.
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.