Fmvss 403/ricon wheel chair lift
Defect Summary
Certain my 2006 mid bus guide and guide xl school buses manufactured between january 6 and october 5, 2006, equipped with ricon 2000 and 5500 series wheel chair lifts. the lift's interlock switch system may not detect the presence of a passenger (either wheel chair or standee) on the platform lift which fails to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 403, platform lift systems for motor vehicles.
Safety Consequence
In the event this condition occurs during passenger operations, it may be possible for the wheelchair lift to tip backwards onto the platform if the user is backing onto the lift from inside the vehicle and has the small front wheels fully or partially on the inner barrier when the platform was lowered. a standee could loose his or her balance if they were positioned fully or partly on the inner barrier when the platform is lowered. either condition could cause personal injury.
Corrective Action
Mid bus will notify owners and is working in conjunction with ricon to repair the school buses free of charge. the recall began on march 15, 2007. owners can contact ricon at 818-267-3012 or contact mid bus at 877-358-6055.
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FAQ: Recall 07V091000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 07V091000?
NHTSA recall 07V091000 was issued by Mid Bus Corporation on March 8, 2007. It addresses: Fmvss 403/ricon wheel chair lift. The recall affects approximately 28 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Mid Bus Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 07V091000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.