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NHTSA model-year recall report

2005 Chevrolet G3500 Recalls

2 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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2

NHTSA campaigns

1

Affected systems

0

Urgent advisories

Jul 14, 2009

Latest campaign date

At a glance

What the record says

This model year's count is above the Chevrolet G3500 average of 1.5 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Equipment Adaptive / Mobility, appearing in 2 campaigns.

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Source campaign records

All 2005 Chevrolet G3500 recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 09V273000

Equipment Adaptive / Mobility

Manufacturer: WEST TEXAS REHABILITATION CENTER

Reported Jul 14, 2009

What is recalled

WEST TEXAS REHABILIATION CENTER IS RECALLING 1 MY 2005 CHEVROLET G3500 VAN AND 1 MY 2006 FORD E-150 VAN EQUIPPED WITH RICON PLATFORM STYLE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 403, "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.

Safety consequence

THE USER OF THE LIFT COULD BE INJURED SHOULD THE LIFT MOVE UNINTENTIONALLY.

Manufacturer remedy

WEST TEXAS 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 WEST TEXAS AT 1-325-793-3546.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 09V274000

Equipment Adaptive / Mobility

Manufacturer: WEST TEXAS REHABILITATION CENTER

Reported Jul 14, 2009

What is recalled

WEST TEXAS REHABILIATION CENTER IS RECALLING 1 MY 2005 CHEVROLET G3500 VAN AND 1 MY 2006 FORD E-150 VAN EQUIPPED WITH RICON PLATFORM STYLE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 403, "PLATFORM LIFT INSTALLATIONS IN MOTOR VEHICLES." THE ANTI-STOW INTERLOCK MAY NOT DETECT THE PRESENCE OF A WHEELCHAIR OR MOBILITY AID USER. THE PRESSURE SENSING SWITCH THAT DETECTS THE PRESENCE OF WEIGHT ON THE PLATFORM WAS NOT ADJUSTED TO THE NECESSARY SENSITIVITY LEVEL. THE LIFT COULD STOW EVEN THOUGH SOMEONE OR SOMETHING IS STILL ON THE LIFT.

Safety consequence

THE USER OF THE LIFT COULD BE INJURED SHOULD THE LIFT MOVE UNINTENTIONALLY.

Manufacturer remedy

WEST TEXAS IS WORKING WITH RICON TO CORRECT THE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS FREE OF CHARGE (PLEASE SEE 07E097). OWNERS MAY CONTACT RICON AT 1-818-267-3000 OR WEST TEXAS AT 1-325-793-3546.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

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2005 Chevrolet G3500 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2005 Chevrolet G3500 have?

This verified dataset contains 2 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2005 Chevrolet G3500. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2005 Chevrolet G3500?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology