Recall 12V584000
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
Creative Bus Sales, Inc is recalling certain model year 2006-2011 Chevrolet and GMC C5500, and Ford E450, and Econoline 350 vehicles equipped with Braun wheelchair lifts. Over time, or with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the outer barrier of the lifts may become bent or misaligned.
Safety 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
Braun is conducting this recall on behalf of Creative Bus Sales. Braun will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall began on November 23, 2012. Owners may contact Creative Bus at 1-888-633-8380 or Braun at 1-800-488-0359.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | CHEVROLET | C5500 |
| 2006 | FORD | E-450 |
| 2006 | FORD | ECONOLINE 350 |
| 2006 | GMC | C5500 |
| 2007 | CHEVROLET | C5500 |
| 2007 | FORD | E-450 |
| 2008 | CHEVROLET | C5500 |
| 2009 | CHEVROLET | C5500 |
| 2009 | FORD | E-450 |
| 2010 | FORD | E-450 |
| 2011 | FORD | E-450 |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.