Ricon product recalled over injury risk

Recall date

March 31, 2026

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Ricon Corporation recalls Ricon — 4 models

Recall number

26E017000

Brand / firm

Ricon

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 1,820 units

Why it was recalled

A seat that moves may not properly restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Ricon Corporation (Ricon) is recalling certain R1200 series 6-Way and 4-Way Power Transfer Seat Base (PTSB) motorized seat bases. The PTSB gear motor may fail to lock the seat in place when certain forces are applied. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."

What to do

The remedy is currently under development. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed April 14, 2026. Another notice will be sent once the final remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.