Recalls
Recall 97740
USA Recall: If the cable does not clear the wheel chair lift it may contact the power lug and if it does not have a nonconductive cover, or it has an improperly installed non-conductive cover, then a short circuit may occur that could result in a fire.
Daimler buses north carolina llc (daimler) is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 sprinter mini-buses equipped with a ricon wheelchair lift with an optional armored pendant cable. the armored cable may be positioned such that it does not clear the wheelchair lift.
Corrective Action:
Daimler will notify owners and ricon will send the owner a supplemental cover kit and instructions free of charge. the recall began on august 6, 2013. more information can be obtained by contacting ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884 or by e-mail at [email protected].
Additional Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected Vehicles