Recall 09V027000 — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY Defect in 2005-2006 CENTURY MSM2800
RECALL This recall affects up to 6 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 09V027000 |
| Manufacturer | CENTURY INDUSTRIES, LLC |
| Vehicles Affected | 6 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
CENTURY IS RECALLING 6 MY 2005-2006 MSM3200, MY 2005 MSM2800, MSM3600 AND MY 2006 FORD VANS 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 ON 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.
Remedy
CENTURY 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 CENTURY AT 812-246-3371.
Related Recalls for CENTURY
| Campaign | Vehicle | Component | Date | Affected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09V028000 | 2006 CENTURY MSM3200 | EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 6 |