Wheelchair lift armored cable short circuit
Defect Summary
Ricon is recalling certain s series and k series wheelchair lifts manufactured after august 1, 2006, and equipped with an optional armored pendant cable. The cable may have been installed such that it doesn't clear the wheelchair lift and without a protective cover, or a misinstalled protective cover.
Safety Consequence
The cable may contact the power lug at the base of the wheel chair lift causing a short circuit that could result in a fire.
Corrective Action
Ricon will notify the affected vehicles manufacturers and will provide a supplemental cover kit and instructions, free of charge. this recall campaign began during february 2013. owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000. note: this recall supersedes recall 12e-038.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Ricon Corporation or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 13E001000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 13E001000?
NHTSA recall 13E001000 was issued by Ricon Corporation on January 14, 2013. It addresses: Wheelchair lift armored cable short circuit. The recall affects approximately 4,075 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ricon Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13E001000 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.