Recall 09V049000: 2005–2006 Chevrolet Express and 1 other model
- Report received
- Feb 6, 2009
- Manufacturer
- Mobility specialist inc
- Potentially affected
- 86vehicles
- Model years
- 2005–2006
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
Mobility is recalling 86 my 2005-2006 ford e-series and chevrolet express van 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.
Possible consequence
The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.
Remedy
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 mobility at 714-674-0480.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2005 Chevrolet Express23 complaints
- 2006 Chevrolet Express12 complaints
- 2005 Ford E Series10 complaints
- 2006 Ford E Series0 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.