Recall 13V359 covers 1 2008 Oshkosh AMAMTH-2 trailer with a Ricon lift cable that can short at the power lug. A free cover kit is sent.
Oshkosh is recalling one 2008 AMAMTH-2 trailer because the armored pendant cable for the Ricon wheelchair lift can sit where it does not clear the lift. If the cable contacts the power lug without a properly installed nonconductive cover, a short circuit can start a fire; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The 2008 Oshkosh AMAMTH-2 trailer is equipped with a Ricon wheelchair lift. The lift is the platform system that raises and lowers a wheelchair between ground level and the trailer floor, and the pendant is the hand control used to operate that lift. On this trailer, the pendant cable has an armored covering to protect the control wiring.
The defect is in the cable's position relative to the lift. The armored cable sits where it does not clear the wheelchair lift as the lift moves. That creates a physical interference point between the control cable and the lift hardware, so the problem is about routing and clearance rather than the trailer's drivetrain or brakes.
There is no warning sign before failure. Before using the lift, an owner or operator should treat any visible cable contact, binding, or abnormal lift movement as a reason to stop using the lift and arrange the recall repair.
Who's affected?
| 2008 Oshkosh AMAMTH-2 | Equipment |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 1 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the wheelchair lift cable contacts the power lug without a proper nonconductive cover, a short circuit can start a fire. Use the vehicle cautiously, and stop using the lift if the cable or cover looks loose, damaged, or missing. Repair will be free at any franchised Oshkosh dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2008 Oshkosh AMAMTH-2 is included in this recall.
- Watch for the Pierce or Ricon owner notice if you have not received it.
- Contact Ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884 to request the free supplemental cover kit and instructions.
- Reference recall number 13V359 when you call so Ricon can match the wheelchair-lift cable repair to this campaign.
- Keep the wheelchair lift out of service until the armored pendant cable has the nonconductive cover installed and clears the lift.
What happens at the repair
The known repair path is a free supplemental cover kit from Ricon, with instructions sent to the owner. Pierce has notified the owner. Once the repair path is open to complete, the cover kit is installed so the armored pendant cable clears the wheelchair lift instead of interfering with it. Any dealer work tied to this recall is free once available. For kit support, contact Ricon Customer Service at 1-800-322-2884 or recall.admin@wabtec.com.
Timeline
| August 6, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
|---|---|
| August 13, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V359?
Recall 13V359 covers 1 2008 Oshkosh AMAMTH-2 trailer equipped with a Ricon wheelchair lift and optional armored pendant cable. The cable can contact the power lug, causing a short circuit and fire risk if the protective cover is missing or installed incorrectly.
What should I do if my 2008 Oshkosh AMAMTH-2 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included in recall 13V359. If it is, contact an Oshkosh service location or Ricon Customer Service at 1-800-322-2884 and reference recall 13V359. Ricon provides the supplemental cover kit and instructions free of charge.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the defect remedy to be provided at no cost. For recall 13V359, Ricon provides the supplemental cover kit and installation instructions free of charge for the affected Oshkosh AMAMTH-2 trailer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire from an electrical short circuit. If the armored pendant cable contacts the wheelchair lift power lug without a proper nonconductive cover, the circuit can short. Confirm the VIN, then arrange the free cover-kit remedy before regular use.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V359000 |
|---|---|
| Oshkosh customer service | 1-800-322-2884 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V359 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V359000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →