NHTSA Recall 16V317000: Equipment adaptive/mobility
Mobility Works (WMK Inc.) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 11 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Mobility Works Chevy Express 2500.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V317000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 16E-020 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY |
| Report received | May 18, 2016 |
| Owner notification | June 17, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mobility Works (WMK Inc.) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Ford E-150, E-250, E-350, and Chevrolet Express 2500 vans manufactured January 1, 2014, to December 31, 2015, and equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts by Ricon. The platform side plate of the affected wheelchair lifts may crack. Additionally, the lifts are equipped with folding link arms that may have pivot holes that are too big, allowing the bearings to move out of position.
Safety risk
If the platform side plates crack or the platform mounting fails from out-of-position bearings, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door. When the vehicle's doors are opened, the platform may fall onto the lift operator, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
Mobility Works will notify owners, and Ricon 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 June 17, 2016. Owners may contact Mobility Works customer service at 1-800-769-8267. Mobility Works' number for this recall is 16E-020.
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 16V317000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mobility Works Chevy Express 2500 | 2014, 2015 |
| Mobility Works Ford E-150 | 2014, 2015 |
| Mobility Works Ford E-250 | 2014, 2015 |
| Mobility Works Ford E-350 | 2014, 2015 |
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.