Recall 15V870 covers 68 2007-2015 Ic Bus transit buses for defective Ricon wheelchair lift link arms. Free repair at any franchised Ic Bus dealer.
Ic Bus is recalling 68 2007-2015 Ce, Fecb, Fe, and Re transit buses equipped with certain Ricon wheelchair lifts because oversized pivot holes can let lift-arm bearings move out of position. If the stowed platform mount fails, the wheelchair lift platform can fall out when the doors open, increasing injury risk for the lift operator; Ic Bus dealers will repair the buses free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The wheelchair lift on affected 2007-2015 Ic Bus Ce, Fecb, Fe, and Re buses is the powered platform that raises or lowers a passenger using a wheelchair. Its folding link arms support and guide the platform as the lift moves between the deployed position and the stowed position. The pivot holes in those arms hold bearings that keep the arm joints aligned.
On the recalled lifts, the pivot holes in the folding link arms were made too large. When the hole is oversized, the bearing does not stay seated where it belongs. That movement changes how the lift arm carries load and can lead to cracking of the platform side plate while the lift is stowed.
There is a visible warning sign before failure. If a bearing has moved out of position, it can be seen during inspection of the wheelchair lift arms.
Who's affected?
Spans the Ce, Fecb, Fe, and Re bus models across 2007-2015, all tied to adaptive or mobility equipment.
| 2008 Ic Bus Ce | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
|---|---|
| 2007 Ic Bus Ce | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| 2011 Ic Bus Fecb | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| 2009 Ic Bus Ce | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| 2009 Ic Bus Fe | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| 2008 Ic Bus Fe | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| 2010 Ic Bus Ce | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| 2012 Ic Bus Re | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| 2011 Ic Bus Re | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| 2010 Ic Bus Fe | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| 2009 Ic Bus Re | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| 2010 Ic Bus Re | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| 2011 Ic Bus Ce | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| 2012 Ic Bus Ce | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| 2013 Ic Bus Ce | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| 2013 Ic Bus Re | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| 2014 Ic Bus Ce | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| 2015 Ic Bus Ce | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| Units affected | 68 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included.
What's the safety risk?
Shifted bearings can let the stowed wheelchair lift platform move too much and fail at its mounts. When the doors are opened, the platform can fall out of the vehicle, increasing injury risk for the lift operator. Displaced bearings are visible during inspection. Repair is free at any franchised Ic Bus dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2007-2015 Ic Bus Ce, Fecb, Fe, or Re is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ic Bus dealer to schedule the free wheelchair-lift inspection and damaged-parts replacement that addresses displaced folding-link-arm bearings and platform cracks.
- Bring the recall notice if Ic Bus mailed one. If not, reference recall number 15V870 when you call.
- Keep the wheelchair lift out of service until the dealer completes the inspection and any required replacement.
- Call Ic Bus customer service at 1-800-448-7825 with questions about the repair or scheduling.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Ic Bus technician inspects the wheelchair lift link arms for damage and displaced bearings. The technician also checks the lift platform for cracks. Any damaged link-arm, bearing, platform, or related lift parts covered by the recall are replaced free of charge. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. This campaign also includes buses and wheelchair lifts that received the earlier related recall repair, so the dealer still needs to inspect the lift under this recall.
Timeline
| December 23, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| February 19, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
| February 22, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
| February 22, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| February 22, 2016 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| February 22, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V870?
Recall 15V870 covers 68 2007-2015 Ic Bus Ce, Fecb, Fe, and Re buses with certain Ricon wheelchair lifts. The lift link-arm pivot holes can let bearings move out of position, which can let the stowed platform move excessively and fail at its mounting.
What should I do if my 2007-2015 Ic Bus Ce, Fecb, Fe, or Re is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 15V870. If it is, contact a franchised Ic Bus dealer to schedule the wheelchair-lift inspection and repair. Reference recall number 15V870 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and the recall remedy says dealers will inspect the link arms and platform, then replace damaged parts free of charge.
What is the safety risk in recall 15V870?
The safety risk is injury to the lift operator. If the wheelchair-lift bearings move out of position, the stowed platform can move excessively, the platform mounting can fail, and the platform can fall out of the bus when the doors are opened.
What if this Ic Bus already had the earlier wheelchair-lift recall repair?
Check your VIN again. The recall remedy states that buses and wheelchair lifts repaired under the earlier similar recall are still included in recall 15V870. If your VIN is included, schedule the new inspection and any needed parts replacement with a franchised Ic Bus dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V870000 |
|---|---|
| Ic Bus customer service | 1-800-448-7825 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V870 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V870000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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