Daimler Vans USA, LLC recalls 2016 Freightliner Sprinter 3500

Recall date

February 27, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall number

19V140000

Brand / firm

Freightliner

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 1 units

Why it was recalled

If the wheelchair lift platform stops above the vehicle floor, the wheelchair user can tip inwards towards the vehicle when exiting the lift, increasing their risk of injury.

What was recalled

Midway Specialty Vehicles (Midway) is recalling one 2016 Freightliner Sprinter vehicle modified to be equipped with a Ricon Titanium Wheelchair Lift. The wheelchair lift positioning input cam may fail while the lift is in use, allowing the platform to travel higher than the vehicle's floor height. As such, this vehicle fails to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 403, "Platform Lift Systems."

What to do

Midway has notified the affected owner and a Ricon dealer will replace the lift positioning input cam, free of charge. The recall began February 27, 2019. Owners may contact Ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884 or Midway customer service at 1-574-264-2530.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.