Recall 12V-169: 2008–2010 Chevrolet Express, 2010 Ford Transit Connect and 1 more
MAIN MOBILITY, INC. recall for equipment adaptive/mobility, reported to NHTSA on Apr 17, 2012, covering about 34 vehicles.
The problem
Main mobility is recalling certain conversion vans built on model year 2008-2010 chevrolet express, 2009 gmc savana, and 2010 ford transit connect chassis, and fitted with certain braun wheelchair lifts. Over time and with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the wheelchair liftâs outer barrier may become bent or misaligned.
The risk
A wheelchair occupant may defeat or ride over the insufficiently latched roll stop. If this occurs when the lift platform is in an elevated position, the wheelchairâs occupant could fall and sustain injury.
The fix
Main mobility is working with braun to notify owners, and braun dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge. Main mobility has not provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact main mobility at 1-716-759-6811.
Notes
This recall only pertains to vehicles altered by main mobility and has no relation to any vehicles manufactured by general motors or ford.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administrationâs vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | MAIN MOBILITY, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment Adaptive/Mobility |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 12V169000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Express | 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Ford Transit Connect | 2010 | All years |
| GMC Savana | 2009 | 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 12V-169?
Main mobility is recalling certain conversion vans built on model year 2008-2010 chevrolet express, 2009 gmc savana, and 2010 ford transit connect chassis, and fitted with certain braun wheelchair lifts. Over time and with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the wheelchair liftâs outer barrier may become bent or misaligned.
How is recall 12V-169 fixed?
Main mobility is working with braun to notify owners, and braun dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge. Main mobility has not provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact main mobility at 1-716-759-6811.
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.