The 2006 Ford E-350 has 13 recalls, the most serious involving a fire risk in certain paratransit vans where a fuse holder in the air conditioning evaporator unit can arc, melt, and ignite.
A separate recall affects certain electronic news gathering vehicles built on this chassis: an aftermarket rear anti-sway bar can damage the rear hydraulic brake lines, causing brake pressure loss and reducing the driver's ability to stop the vehicle.
The remaining recalls all involve wheelchair lift and mobility equipment across various upfitters. Several Ricon platform lift installations may allow the lift to stow unexpectedly while someone is on it, which can injure the occupant. On certain Ricon models, the lift platform's side plates can crack or the platform mounting can fail, causing the platform to separate and fall against the lift door. Roll stop latches on some Braun lifts can bend or misalign over time, allowing a wheelchair to roll past the barrier. A separate lift recall covers an armored pendant cable that can contact an electrical lug and cause a short circuit if the protective cover is missing or improperly installed. Because many of these lift recalls stem from different upfitters installing similar Ricon equipment, the specific recall that applies depends on who modified the vehicle.
At a glance
What can fail
The wheelchair lift's side platform can crack. The folding link arms may have oversized pivot holes, allowing bearings to shift out of position.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the link arms and platform for damage or displaced bearings. Damaged parts will be replaced at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The folding link arms on certain wheelchair lifts have pivot holes that are oversized, allowing bearings to shift out of position and potentially cause lift failure.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect link arms for damage and displaced bearings, inspect the platform for cracks, and replace any damaged parts at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The wheelchair lift platform side plate may crack. The folding link arm pivot holes may be oversized, causing bearings to shift out of position.
What the fix does
Support bumpers will be installed on the platform. Any cracked platforms will be replaced at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Wheelchair lift link arms may have oversized pivot holes, causing bearings to shift out of position and affecting lift stability.
What the fix does
Ricon dealers will inspect link arms and platform for damage or displaced bearings, replacing any damaged parts at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The platform side plate on certain wheelchair lifts installed in these vehicles may develop cracks over time.
What the fix does
Ricon dealers will install reinforcing bumpers on the platform. Any already-cracked platforms will be replaced at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The roll stop latches on the wheelchair lift's outer barrier may become bent or misaligned over time with frequent use, potentially affecting lift operation.
What the fix does
Cummings Mobility replaced the affected lift parts with new ones at no cost to owners.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The armored cable on certain wheelchair lifts may be positioned so it doesn't clear the lift mechanism, potentially causing interference.
What the fix does
Ricon will provide a supplemental cover kit and instructions at no cost to reposition or protect the cable.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The rear anti-sway bar mounting bolt threads may rub against the steel hydraulic brake line. This metal-to-metal contact can wear through the brake line and cause it to rupture, reducing brake pressure.
What the fix does
Dealers will repair the vehicles at no charge by addressing the anti-sway bar mounting to prevent brake line contact.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The fuse in the air conditioning evaporator unit may loosen from vibration, heat, or age, causing high electrical resistance and arcing.
What the fix does
Braun or Carrier will replace the fuse holder assembly at no cost. Contact Carrier at 1-800-793-4741 or Braun at 1-800-843-5438.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The wheelchair lift's safety sensor may not properly detect a wheelchair or mobility aid on the platform. The pressure-sensing switch lacks proper sensitivity adjustment, so the lift could retract even with someone or something still aboard.
What the fix does
The wheelchair lift will be corrected at no charge. Ricon and StarCraft will adjust the pressure-sensing switch to the required sensitivity level.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The wheelchair lift's threshold warning system may fail to detect a wheelchair or mobility aid user in certain positions within the threshold area.
What the fix does
The wheelchair lift will be corrected at no charge. Contact Ricon or Oneness Mobility to schedule the repair.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The pressure sensor on the wheelchair lift platform isn't sensitive enough to detect when a wheelchair or mobility device is on the lift. The lift may retract even with someone or something still on it.
What the fix does
Willard's will adjust the pressure sensor to the correct sensitivity level at no cost. Contact Ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or Willard's at 1-406-259-1472.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The threshold warning system on the wheelchair lift may fail to detect a wheelchair or mobility aid user positioned in certain areas within the threshold zone.
What the fix does
Willard's and Ricon will repair the wheelchair lift at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
