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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 15E068000

Ricon S5005 — Equipment adaptive/mobility

Published August 21, 2015 · Recall initiated: August 21, 2015

Summary

NHTSA records recall 15E068000, published August 21, 2015. Recalling firm: Ricon Corporation; Ricon S5005 — Equipment adaptive/mobility.

What's the hazard

Ricon Corporation (Ricon) is recalling certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured January 1, 2006, to August 25, 2014. The affected lifts are equipped with folding link arms that may have pivot holes that are too big, allowing the bearings to move out of position.

What to do

Ricon will notify the purchasers of the lifts, and dealers will inspect the link arms for damage or for displaced bearings. The platform will be inspected for cracks. Any damaged parts will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on September 25, 2015. Owners may contact Ricon Customer Service at 1-800-322-2884, or by email at admin15E068@wabtec.com.

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Recall details

Brand
RICON
Model
S5005
Manufacturer
Ricon Corporation
Lot
RICON S5005 | RICON S2005 | RICON S5510 | RICON S5010 | RICON S2010 | RICON S5505
Risk classification
E
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was Ricon S5005 — Equipment adaptive/mobility recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 15E068000 on August 21, 2015. Reported hazard: Ricon Corporation (Ricon) is recalling certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured January 1, 2006, to August 25, 2014. The affected lifts are equipped with folding link arms that may have pivot holes that are too big, allowing the bearings to move out of position.

What should I do if I have this product?

Ricon will notify the purchasers of the lifts, and dealers will inspect the link arms for damage or for displaced bearings. The platform will be inspected for cracks. Any damaged parts will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on September 25, 2015. Owners may contact Ricon Customer Service at 1-800-322-2884, or by email at admin15E068@wabtec.com.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: RICON. Model: S5005.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)