Fmvss 403/anti-stow interlock/ricon
Defect Summary
Matthews is recalling 8 my 1998 bluebird, my 2004 ford e450, my 2005-2006 thomas built bus, my 2006 international bus, my 2007 chevrolet 5500, freightliner and dodge sprinter trucks, transit buses, and specialty vehicles equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. these lifts fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 403, "platform lift system accessible for motor vehicles." the anti-stow interlock may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user. the pressure sensing switch that detects the presence of weight on the platform was not adjusted to the necessary sensitivity level. the lift could stow even though someone or something is still on the lift.
Safety Consequence
A lift occupant can be injured should the lift begin to stow unintentionally.
Corrective Action
Matthews is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07e097). owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or mattews specialty at 336-297-9600.
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FAQ: Recall 08V526000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 08V526000?
NHTSA recall 08V526000 was issued by Matthews Specialty Vehicles on October 8, 2008. It addresses: Fmvss 403/anti-stow interlock/ricon. The recall affects approximately 8 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Matthews Specialty Vehicles dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 08V526000 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?
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