Recall 12V-449: 2006–2010 Mobility Services Ford E-150, 2006–2010 Mobility Services Ford E-250 and 1 more
Mobility Services, Inc. recall for equipment adaptive/mobility, reported to NHTSA on Sep 13, 2012, covering about 355 vehicles.
The problem
Mobility Services, Inc., (Mobility Services) is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 Ford E-150, E-250, and E-350 vehicles equipped with Century-2 and/or Vista-2 wheelchair lifts. Over time and with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the 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 wheelchair's occupant could fall and sustain injury.
The fix
Mobility Services will notify owners, and the repairs will be performed by authorized Braun dealers free of charge. The recall began on October 15, 2012. Owners may contact Mobility Services, Inc., at 1-718-267-2921.
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 www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Mobility Services, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment Adaptive/Mobility |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 12V449000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Mobility Services Ford E-150 | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Mobility Services Ford E-250 | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Mobility Services Ford E-350 | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 | 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-449?
Mobility Services, Inc., (Mobility Services) is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 Ford E-150, E-250, and E-350 vehicles equipped with Century-2 and/or Vista-2 wheelchair lifts. Over time and with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the outer barrier may become bent or misaligned.
How is recall 12V-449 fixed?
Mobility Services will notify owners, and the repairs will be performed by authorized Braun dealers free of charge. The recall began on October 15, 2012. Owners may contact Mobility Services, Inc., at 1-718-267-2921.
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.