The chain drive weldment may fail under a lift load allowing the wheelchair platform to fall to the ground. Also, the top knuckle joint weldment may contain defective welds.
The remedy
Manufacturer will provide the parts necessary to repair wheelchair lifts and will reimburse for labor costs.
Vehicle description: transit buses equipped with wheelchair lifts.system: equipment; wheelchair lift, chain drive.consequences of defect: if the platform falls, serious personal injury towheelchair passengers could result. The failure may occur without priorwarning.