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Accessible Vehicle Requirements
Effective July 20, 2024, for FHV wheelchair accessible vehicles, only accessible vehicles from the approved list below can be used.
If you have questions about model or conversions, contact inspections@tlc.nyc.gov
Approved Vehicle List
| Year | Model/ Conversion Type and Modifier |
| 17-20 | Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid Accessible TLC Yellow Taxi Conversion (Revability) |
| 17-24 | Chrysler Pacifica Accessible, Rear Entry TLC Yellow Taxi Conversion (FR Conversions) |
| 20-23 | Chrysler Voyager/ Pacifica Accessible, Rear Entry ADA Compliant (TransitWorks/Driverge) |
| 19-23 | Chrysler Voyager Accessible, Rear Entry Commercial VT Model (BraunAbility) |
| 22-24 | Chrysler Voyager Accessible, Side Entry Commercial VT Model (BraunAbility) |
| 17-19 | Dodge Grand Caravan Accessible, Rear or Side Entry Commercial VT Model (BraunAbility) |
| 17-19 | Dodge Grand Caravan Accessible, Rear Entry ADA Compliant (TransitWorks/Driverge) |
| 17-23 | Ford Transit Connect Accessible, Rear Entry ADA Compliant (TransitWorks/Driverge) |
| 17-23 | Mercedes-Benz Metris Accessible, Rear Entry ADA Compliant (TransitWorks/Driverge) |
| 17-19 | Nissan NV200 Accessible, Rear Entry (BraunAbility Commercial VT Model) |
| 21-24 | Toyota Sienna Hybrid Accessible, Rear Entry Commercial VT Model (BraunAbility) |
| 21-24 | Toyota Sienna Hybrid Accessible, Rear Entry TLC Yellow Taxi Conversion (FR Conversions) |
| 21-24 | Toyota Sienna Hybrid Accessible, Rear Entry Commercial (Vantage Mobility) |
| 17-20 | Toyota Sienna Accessible, Rear Entry Commercial VT Model (BraunAbility) |
| 17-20 | Toyota Sienna Accessible, Rear Entry TLC Yellow Taxi Conversion (FR Conversions) |
| 17-20 | Toyota Sienna Accessible, Rear Entry TLC Yellow Taxi Conversion (Freedom Motors) |
| 17-20 | Toyota Sienna Accessible, Rear Entry TLC Yellow Taxi Conversion (Revability) |
| 17-20 | Toyota Sienna Accessible, Rear Entry ADA Compliant (TransitWorks/Driverge) |
Licensees can only utilize accessible vehicles with an approved conversion (side/rear entry), this information is parenthesized within the vehicle model column.
Submission of Accessible Vehicle for Approval list
If you are a manufacturer of an Accessible vehicle or second-stage manufacturer modifier, that requests to add your vehicle to the approved list, review requirements at TLC Rules section 59C-04 - Specifications for Accessible For Hire Vehicles.
You will be required to present a vehicle that:
- Meets ADA specifications. Refer to eCFR :: 49 CFR Part 38 -- Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accessibility Specifications for Transportation Vehicles
- Underwent Crash testing and provide a detailed and summary report of FMVSS Testing Performed FMVSS standards are located at: Title 49, Subtitle B, Chapter V, Part 571, Subpart B, Section….(126, 135, 206, 208, 207, 210, 214, 216, 225,301, 305, etc)
- Underwent CARB testing and has CARB Executive Order for modified vehicle. New York State follows emissions standards set by California Air Resources Board. If CARB testing is not done, a detailed explanation on the modifications with schematics of OEM and modified emissions systems will be required. This document will be shared with environmental regulatory agencies. The review of the documents will delay the approval process.
- Provide potential sales, support and services channels and outlets.
If you have questions or want to set up an appointment for review of the vehicles and/or documents, send an email to inspections@tlc.nyc.gov