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NHTSARecalled Sep 11, 2012 · #12V440000

Wheelchair Lift/Outer Roll Stop Latching Mechanism

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

New England Wheels, Inc., (New England Wheels) is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 Ford E-150, E-250, and E-350 vehicles equipped with Braun 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. 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.

Product details

Product
Wheelchair Lift/Outer Roll Stop Latching Mechanism
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
FRONTRUNNER BUS GROUP, INC.
Model numbers
2010 Ford
UPCs

What you should do

New England Wheels notified owners during September 2012. The repairs will be performed by authorized Braun dealers free of charge. Owners may contact New England Wheels at 1-978-663-9724.

View the official CPSC notice