Vehicle Make / Model: MOBILITYWORKS / FORD E-SERIES |
Model Year(s): 2006-2011 |
Manufacturer: MOBILITY WORKS
Mfr’s Report Date: AUG 31, 2012
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 12V427000
NHTSA Action Number: EQ12005
Component: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE
Potential Number of Units Affected: 3,561
Summary:
WMK Inc., d/b/a MobilityWorks, is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 Ford E-Series vehicles equipped with Century-2 and/or Vista-2 wheelchair lifts. Over time and with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the outer barrier may become bent or misaligned.
Consequence:
A wheelchair occupant may defeat or ride over the insufficiently latched roll stop. If this occurs when the lift platform is in an elevated position, the wheelchair’s occupant could fall and sustain injury.
Remedy:
MobilityWorks will notify owners, and the repairs will be performed by authorized Braun dealers free of charge. MobilityWorks has not provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact MobilityWorks at 1-800-769-8267.
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