Ameritrans Bus, Inc.: Safety Recalls in 2016

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 3 safety recalls made by Ameritrans Bus, Inc. in 2016. See the details of the recalls below.

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July 1, 2016

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Unnecessary Tire and Loading Placards/FMVSS 110

Ameritrans Bus, Inc. (Ameritrans) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 shuttle buses manufactured August 1, 2012, to June 24, 2016, built on Ford E-350, E-450, and F-550 chassis, Dodge 5500 chassis, and Freightliner M2 chassis. These vehicles may be equipped with Tire and Loading Placards that are not applicable to vehicles weighing more than 10,000 pounds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

NHTSA ID: 16V497000

Component: EQUIPMENT

# of Units Affected: 803

Consequence Summary:

Use of the label on these vehicles may confuse the operator and may result in overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Ameritrans will notify owners, and dealers will remove the Tire and Loading Placards, free of charge. The recall began on September 2, 2016. Owners may contact Ameritrans Customer Service Department at 1-574-218-4786.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 17.93

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June 2, 2016

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Wheel Chair Lift Platform Cracking/Big Pivot Holes

Ameritrans Bus, Inc. (Ameritrans) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 285 shuttle buses manufactured March 2, 2015, through December 23, 2015, built on Ford E-450 chassis and equipped with certain model S2000, S5000, and S5500, wheelchair lifts manufactured by the Ricon Corporation. The platform side plate of the affected wheelchair lifts may crack. Additionally, the lifts are equipped with folding link arms that may have pivot holes that are too big, allowing the bearings to move out of position.

NHTSA ID: 16V398000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 5

Consequence Summary:

If the platform side plates crack or the platform mounting fails from out-of-position bearings, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door. When the vehicle's doors are opened, the platform may fall onto the lift operator, increasing their risk of injury.

Corrective Action:

Ameritrans will notify the purchasers of the lifts, and Ricon dealers will inspect the side plates for damage and for displaced bearings. The platform will be inspected for cracks. Any damaged parts will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on June 30, 2016. Owners may contact Ameritrans customer service at 1-574-262-8935, or Ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

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May 19, 2016

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Incorrect GVWR on Certification Label/Part 567

Ameritrans Bus, Inc. (Ameritrans) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 285 shuttle buses manufactured from August 1, 2012, through May 13, 2016 and built on Ford E-450 chassis. The certification labels may have an inaccurate gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."

NHTSA ID: 16V328000

Component: EQUIPMENT

# of Units Affected: 225

Consequence Summary:

If the GVWR is unknowingly exceeded, vehicle handling may be adversely affected, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Ameritrans will notify owners, and dealers will remove and/or reposition bus seats as necessary and install a corrected labels, free of charge. The recall began on July 18, 2016. Owners may contact Ameritrans customer service at 1-574-262-8935.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 24

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