Wheelchair lift may raise too high
Defect Summary
Collins bus corporation (collins bus) is recalling certain 2012-2018 school buses, equipped with ricon s-series and k-series titanium wheelchair lifts. the wheelchair lift positioning input cam may fail while the lift is in use, allowing the platform to travel higher than the vehicle floor height.
Safety Consequence
If the wheelchair lift platform stops above the vehicle floor, the wheelchair user can tip inwards toward the vehicle when exiting the lift, increasing their risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Collins bus will notify owners and ricon dealers will replace the injection molded cam with an aluminum machined cam, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin october 2018. owners may contact collins bus customer service at 1-800-533-1850 extension 424 or ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884.
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FAQ: Recall 18V584000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18V584000?
NHTSA recall 18V584000 was issued by Collins Bus Corporation on September 4, 2018. It addresses: Wheelchair lift may raise too high. The recall affects approximately 59 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Collins Bus Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18V584000 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.