Recall 08V497000: 2006–2007 Workhorse Class A and 1 other model
- Report received
- Sep 25, 2008
- Manufacturer
- LA BOIT INC.
- Potentially affected
- 8vehicles
- Model years
- 2006–2007
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
La boit is recalling 8 my 2006-2007 ford e-450, gmc 5500, and workhorse 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 systems 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.
Possible consequence
A lift occupant can be injured should the lift begin to stow unintentionally.
Remedy
La boit 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 la boit at 1-614-231-7640.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2006 Ford E-45020 complaints
- 2007 Ford E-45012 complaints
- 2006 Workhorse Class A1 complaints
- 2007 Workhorse Class A0 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.