NHTSA recall 24E017000 · Equipment
Equipment adaptive/mobility
Reported Feb 15, 202492 vehicles affectedBraun Corporation
The defect
The Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain BraunAbility Wheelchair Lifts, with part number NULC65S32X60I. The outer barrier may deploy unexpectedly. As such, these lifts fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 403, "Platform Lift Systems."
The risk
Unexpected outer barrier deployment may result in the platform not securely retaining the wheelchair, increasing the risk of injury to lift occupants.
The remedy
Dealers will relocate the ground sensing pressure switch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 13, 2024. Owners may contact Braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359.