The problem
Freewheel mobility is recalling 4 my 2005 Ford e-350 and my 2006 Ford e-250 passenger 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 on 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
Freewheel mobility is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07e095). Owners May contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 09V-271 (09V271000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Equipment adaptive/mobility |
| Report date | July 14, 2009 |
| Owners notified | July 15, 2009 |
| Vehicles affected | 4 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the equipment & accessories
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 09V-271 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Freewheel mobility is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07e095). Owners May contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 4 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.