NHTSA recall 26E038000 · Equipment
Equipment adaptive/mobility › Wheelchair lift/ramp › Controls/control wiring
Reported Jun 23, 20261,220 vehicles affectedRicon CorporationBuilt Jan 1, 2024 – Jun 23, 2026
The defect
Ricon Corporation (Ricon) is recalling certain S-Series and K-Series wheelchair platform lifts. The electrical contactor may fail, preventing the controls from stopping the lift.
The risk
A wheelchair lift that continues to move while occupied increases the risk of injury.
The remedy
Dealers will correct the wiring by installing two diodes, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 29, 2026. Owners may contact Ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884.