6 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE
Posted on: 2014-11-05
Description
Cummings mobility conversion & supply (cummings) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 ford e-150, e-250, e-350, chevrolet express, 2006-2008 dodge sprinter, and 2009-2014 mercedes-benz sprinter, and 2013 ford transit connect vehicles manufactured january 1, 2006, to october 8, 2014, equipped with certain model s2005, s2010, s5005, s5010, s5505, and s5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured by ricon corporation after january 1, 2006. The platform side plate of the affected wheelchair lifts may crack.
Consequence
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
Cummings will notify owners to take buses to a ricon dealer or service center who will install supplemental platform support bumpers. Any platform that has already started cracking will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began january 13, 2015. Owners may contact cumming's customer service at 1-800-639-5438 or ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884. Cumming's number for this recall is 14e-041.
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.
DEFECT #2 - EQUIPMENT
Posted on: 2017-12-11
Description
Midwest automotive designs, llc (midwest) is recalling certain custom vans and camper van recreational vehicles built on 2014-2017 mercedes benz sprinter chassis and 2016-2017 ram promaster chassis. These vehicles are equipped with kidde plastic-handle or push button 'pindicator' fire extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/rmisc-17e062-5427.pdf
Consequence
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Midwest will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fire extinguisher with a different brand, free of charge. The recall began on december 11, 2017. Owners may contact kidde customer service for their replacement extinguisher at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on product safety recall for more information.
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.
DEFECT #3 - ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:CONTROL MODULE
Posted on: 2021-02-03
Description
Daimler vans usa, llc (dvusa) is recalling certain 2012-2018 mercedes benz sprinter 3500 and freightliner sprinter 3500 vehicles upfitted into campers or recreational vehicles. The electronic stability control (esc) unit may become disabled on these vehicles.
Consequence
If esc becomes disabled, vehicle driving stability may be impacted under certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dvusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear-wheel speed sensor with a more robust sensor, free of charge. Dvusa issued owners an interim notification on march 10, 2021. Owners may contact dvusa customer service at 1-877-762-8267. Dvusa's number for this recall is nc3drezaha.
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.
DEFECT #4 - ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:CONTROL MODULE
Posted on: 2021-02-03
Description
Daimler vans usa, llc (dvusa) is recalling certain 2012-2018 mercedes benz sprinter 3500 and freightliner sprinter 3500 vehicles upfitted into campers or recreational vehicles. The electronic stability control (esc) unit may become disabled on these vehicles.
Consequence
If esc becomes disabled, vehicle driving stability may be impacted under certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dvusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear-wheel speed sensor with a more robust sensor, free of charge. Dvusa issued owners an interim notification on march 10, 2021. Owners may contact dvusa customer service at 1-877-762-8267. Dvusa's number for this recall is nc3drezaha.
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.
DEFECT #5 - ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:CONTROL MODULE
Posted on: 2021-02-03
Description
Daimler vans usa, llc (dvusa) is recalling certain 2012-2018 mercedes benz sprinter 3500 and freightliner sprinter 3500 vehicles upfitted into campers or recreational vehicles. The electronic stability control (esc) unit may become disabled on these vehicles.
Consequence
If esc becomes disabled, vehicle driving stability may be impacted under certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dvusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear-wheel speed sensor with a more robust sensor, free of charge. Dvusa issued owners an interim notification on march 10, 2021. Owners may contact dvusa customer service at 1-877-762-8267. Dvusa's number for this recall is nc3drezaha.
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.
DEFECT #6 - ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:CONTROL MODULE
Posted on: 2021-02-03
Description
Daimler vans usa, llc (dvusa) is recalling certain 2012-2018 mercedes benz sprinter 3500 and freightliner sprinter 3500 vehicles upfitted into campers or recreational vehicles. The electronic stability control (esc) unit may become disabled on these vehicles.
Consequence
If esc becomes disabled, vehicle driving stability may be impacted under certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dvusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear-wheel speed sensor with a more robust sensor, free of charge. Dvusa issued owners an interim notification on march 10, 2021. Owners may contact dvusa customer service at 1-877-762-8267. Dvusa's number for this recall is nc3drezaha.
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.