Ricon Corporation: Safety Recalls in 2014

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 2 safety recalls made by Ricon Corporation in 2014. See the details of the recalls below.

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Data Source: NHTSA.

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July 16, 2014

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Wheelchair Lift - Platform Cracking

Ricon Corporation (Ricon) is recalling certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured after January 1, 2006. The platform side plate of the affected wheelchair lifts may crack.

NHTSA ID: 14E041000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 28,000

Consequence Summary:

If the platform side plates crack, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door. When the doors are opened, the platform may fall out, increasing the risk of injury to the lift operator.

Corrective Action:

Ricon will notify owners, and dealers will install supplemental platform support bumpers. Any platform that has already started cracking will be replaced, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during September 2014. Owners may contact Ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 64.71

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March 27, 2014

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Wheelchair Lift Armored Cable Short Circuit

Ricon Corporation is recalling certain S series and K series wheelchair lifts manufactured January 1, 2013, through January 4, 2014, and equipped with an optional armored pendant cable. The affected model numbers start with S2003, S2005, S2010, S5505, S5510, K2010, K5505, or K5510 and all of the model numbers end with a 'B' to denote being equipped with an armored pendant cord. The armored cable may be positioned such that it does not clear the wheelchair lift.

NHTSA ID: 14E010000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 356

Consequence Summary:

If the cable does not clear the wheel chair lift it may contact the power lug and if it does not have a nonconductive cover, or it has an improperly installed non-conductive cover, then a short circuit may occur that could result in a fire.

Corrective Action:

Ricon will notify the affected vehicles manufacturers, and will provide a supplemental cover kit and instructions, free of charge. The recall began on April 24, 2014. Owners may contact Ricon at 1-818-267-3000. This recall is an expansion of 13E-001.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 66.01

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