The problem
Mobilityworks is recalling 224 my 2007-2008 Ford e150, my 2006-2008 e250, my 2004-2007 e350, my 2006 e450, my 2005-2007 Chevrolet 2500, my 2007 Chevrolet 1500, and my 2006 Dodge 2500 vans equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 404, "platform lift installations in motor vehicles." the threshold warning system May not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user in a certain spot within the defined threshold area.
The risk
The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.
The fix
Mobilityworks is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07e095). Owners May contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or mobility works at 1-800-769-8267.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 08V-518 (08V518000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Mobility Works (WMK Inc.) |
| Component | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| Report date | October 6, 2008 |
| Owners notified | October 18, 2008 |
| Vehicles affected | 224 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
- 2007 Chevrolet 1500
- 2007 Chevrolet 2500
- 2007 Ford E-150
- 2008 Ford E-150
- 2006 Ford E-250
- 2007 Ford E-250
- 2008 Ford E-250
- 2004 Ford E-350
- 2006 Ford E-350
- 2007 Ford E-350
- 2006 Ford E-450
- 2005 Ford E350
Plus 3 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.
Owner complaints about the equipment & accessories
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 08V-518 repair free?
Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Mobilityworks is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07e095). Owners May contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or mobility works at 1-800-769-8267.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 224 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.