NHTSA Recall 13V008000: Equipment
Goshen Coach reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 342 vehicles. It affects 7 models including the Goshen G-Force.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V008000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Report received | January 14, 2013 |
| Owner notification | March 8, 2013 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Goshen Coach is recalling certain buses as follows: GC II, model years 2006-2012; GCII-550, model years 2007-2009; G-Force, model years 2011-2012; Pacer, model years 2006-2012; Pacer LS, model years 2008, 2010, and 2013; Pacer LTD, model year 2012; and Sentinel, model year 2011. The buses are equipped with a Ricon manufactured wheelchair lift which has an optional armored pendant cable. The cable may have been installed such that it doesn't clear the wheelchair lift and without a protective cover, or a misinstalled protective cover.
Safety risk
The cable may contact the power lug at the base of the wheel chair lift causing a short circuit that could result in a fire.
Remedy
Goshen Coach is working with Ricon to notify owners. Ricon will provide a supplemental cover kit with instructions, free of charge. Owners may contact Goshen Coach at 1-574-970-6300 or Ricon at 1-818-267-3000.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 13V008000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Goshen G-Force | 2011, 2012 |
| Goshen Gc II | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 |
| Goshen Gc II-550 | 2007, 2008, 2009 |
| Goshen Pacer | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 |
| Goshen Pacer LS | 2008, 2010, 2013 |
| Goshen Pacer LTD | 2012 |
| Goshen Sentinel | 2011 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.