Wheelchair lift threshold warning system
Defect Summary
Main mobility is recalling 185 model year 2005 through 2009 chevrolet express and gmc savana vans manufactured between april 1, 2005 and june 25, 2009, equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 404, "platform lift installations in motor vehicles." the threshold warning system may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user in a certain spot within the defined threshold area.
Safety Consequence
The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.
Corrective Action
Main mobility is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07e095). owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or main mobility at 1-716-759-6811.
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FAQ: Recall 09V270000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 09V270000?
NHTSA recall 09V270000 was issued by Main Mobility, Inc. on July 6, 2009. It addresses: Wheelchair lift threshold warning system. The recall affects approximately 185 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Main Mobility, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 09V270000 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.