Recall 19V271000
NHTSA safety recall campaign 19V271000. Component: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. 4 units potentially affected.
Risk Summary (Consequence)
If the wheelchair lift platform stops above the vehicle floor, the wheelchair user can tip inwards toward the vehicle when exiting the lift, increasing their risk of injury.
Defect Summary
Mobility Specialists, Inc. (Mobility Specialists) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Ford E-150 and Transit vans modified to be equipped with Ricon S-Series and K-Series wheel chair lifts. 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.
Remedy
Mobility Specialists, working with Ricon, has notified the owners. Ricon will provide instructions and materials for replacing defective parts. Owners may contact Ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884.
Key Dates
Affected Vehicles
Recalls Affecting the Same Makes
Campaigns touching FORD from other manufacturers (last 3 years)
Same-Make Recall Activity
| Campaign | Report Date | Manufacturer | Component | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V165000 | Mar 18, 2026 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | BACK OVER PREVENTION | 254,640 |
| 26V157000 | Mar 17, 2026 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | VISIBILITY | 323 |
| 26V155000 | Mar 17, 2026 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 2,422 |
| 26V159000 | Mar 17, 2026 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | SEAT BELTS | 561 |
| 26V158000 | Mar 17, 2026 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL | 7,105 |
| 26V119000 | Mar 3, 2026 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | POWER TRAIN | 11,431 |
| 26V118000 | Mar 3, 2026 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | BACK OVER PREVENTION | 316 |
| 26V117000 | Mar 3, 2026 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | VISIBILITY | 604,533 |
| 26V123000 | Mar 3, 2026 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | BACK OVER PREVENTION | 889,950 |
| 26V122000 | Mar 3, 2026 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 47,804 |
How to Act on This Recall
- Owners: Contact your authorized dealer to schedule the remedy at no cost. Remedy is covered under 49 U.S.C. 30120.
- Fleets: Use the Fleet Recall Checker to scan your VIN list against this and other open campaigns.
- Looking up a specific VIN? Check VIN against NHTSA for open recalls on that vehicle.
- NHTSA contact: Vehicle Safety Hotline 1-888-327-4236.