RICON RICON S5005 Recall
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
RICON S5005
Brand
RICON
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Ricon Corporation is recalling certain RICON S5005 equipment due to equipment adaptive/mobility issues. If the bearings move out of position, the stowed platform may have excessive movement resulting in failure of the platform mounting. This failure coul.
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Ricon Corporation (Ricon) is recalling certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured January 1, 2006, to August 25, 2014. The affected lifts are equipped with folding link arms that may have pivot holes that are too big, allowing the bearings to move out of position.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
If the bearings move out of position, the stowed platform may have excessive movement resulting in failure of the platform mounting. This failure could cause the wheel chair lift platform to fall out of the vehicle when the doors are opened, increasing the risk of injury for the lift operator.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Ricon will notify the purchasers of the lifts, and dealers will inspect the link arms for damage or for displaced bearings. The platform will be inspected for cracks. Any damaged parts will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on September 25, 2015. Owners may contact Ricon Customer Service at 1-800-322-2884, or by email at admin15E068@wabtec.com.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026