NHTSAGeneral Alert
Braun Corporation - Outer Barrier May Deploy Unexpectedly/FMVSS 403
Published: February 15, 2024Recall ID: 24E017000Category: vehiclesCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
Unexpected outer barrier deployment may result in the platform not securely retaining the wheelchair, increasing the risk of injury to lift occupants.
Product Description & Identification
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."
Affected Products
Outer Barrier May Deploy Unexpectedly/FMVSS 403
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Subject | Outer Barrier May Deploy Unexpectedly/FMVSS 403 |
| Nhtsa id | 24E017000 |
| Recall link › Url | https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=24E017000 |
| Recall link › Description | Go to Recall |
| Recall type | Equipment |
| Do not drive | No |
| Manufacturer | Braun Corporation |
| Defect summary | 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." |
| Completion rate | 92.39 |
| Corrective action | 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. |
| Consequence summary | Unexpected outer barrier deployment may result in the platform not securely retaining the wheelchair, increasing the risk of injury to lift occupants. |
| Mfr campaign number | NR (Not Reported) |
| Potentially affected | 92 |
| Report received date | 2024-02-15T00:00:00.000 |
| Fire risk when parked | No |