2015–2017 Trans Tech CST Recall: Wheelchair lift positioning input cam may fail while the lift is in use…
NHTSA campaign 19V198000 · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · filed Mar 13, 2019 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Transportation Collaborative, Inc. (TCI) is recalling certain 2015 and 2017 Transtech Buses equipped with Ricon S-Series and K-Series wheel chair lifts. The wheelchair lift positioning input cam may fail while the lift is in use, allowing the platform to travel higher than the vehicle's floor height. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 403, "Platform Lift Systems."
The risk
If the wheelchair lift platform stops above the vehicle floor, the wheelchair user can tip inwards toward the vehicle when exiting the lift, increasing their risk of injury.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
TCI will notify owners and Ricon dealers will replace the lift positioning input cam, free of charge. The recall began April 24, 2019. Owners may contact TCI customer service at 1-845-988-0419. Transportation Collaborative's number for this recall is 18E-044.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Trans Tech | CST | 2015, 2017 |
Related recalls
More Trans Tech CST recalls
- 2018–2021 Trans Tech CST and 3 other models — In the event of a rollover, the emergency exit windows may…
- 2019–2020 Trans Tech CST and 1 other model — Due to a manufacturing issue, the roof hatch external…
- 2012–2017 Trans Tech CST and 4 other models — These air conditioning systems use a 30AMP in-line fuse…
Other campaigns involving Trans Tech vehicles
- 2020 Trans Tech Roadstar and 2 other models — Specific models are AC139SSSA409,AC139SSSP500…
- 2011–2018 Trans Tech SST and 1 other model — Foam in the knee impact area of the lower seat back may not…
- 2015 Trans Tech Bus ST Aero and 2 other models — Affected stop arms have a reflective decal that may peel…
Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 19V198000 (manufacturer number 18E-044). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.