Recalls for 2008 Goshen Gc Ii-550

DEFECT #1 - EQUIPMENT

Posted on: 2013-01-14
Description
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.

Consequence
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.  

Corrective Action
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.