Ameritrans Bus, Inc.: Safety Recalls in 2019

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 2 safety recalls made by Ameritrans Bus, Inc. in 2019. See the details of the recalls below.

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Data Source: NHTSA.

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July 12, 2019

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Vehicle May Rollaway

Ameritrans Bus, Inc. (Ameritrans) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Ameritrans Ram 5500 (R Series) vehicles. Pushing the brake pedal for prolonged periods when the vehicle is running and in PARK may cause the Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) pin to stick in the open position. With the pin in the open position, the transmission can be shifted out of PARK into any gear without pushing the brake pedal or having the key in the ignition.

NHTSA ID: 19V527000

Component: POWER TRAIN

# of Units Affected: 4

Consequence Summary:

Being able to shift the transmission without pushing the brake pedal and/or without a key in the ignition can increase the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.

Corrective Action:

Ameritrans has notified owners and Chrysler dealers will update the vehicle software, inspect the BTSI, and, as necessary, replace it, free of charge. The recall began July 23, 2019. Owners may contact Ameritrans customer service at 1-574-218-4786.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 0

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March 1, 2019

(Campaign #: N/A)

Wheelchair Lift may Raise too High/FMVSS 403

Ameritrans Bus, Inc. (Ameritrans) is recalling one 2016 E225 vehicle equipped with a Ricon Wheelchair lift. 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, this vehicle fails to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 403, "Platform Lift Systems."

NHTSA ID: 19V158000

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# of Units Affected: 1