Ride The Ducks International, LLC: Safety Recalls in 2017

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 4 safety recalls made by Ride The Ducks International, LLC in 2017. See the details of the recalls below.

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Data Source: NHTSA.

August 11, 2017

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Axle Housing may Fracture due to Fatigue

Ride the Ducks International LLC (RTDI) is recalling certain 1996-2005 "Stretch" Amphibious Passenger Vehicles. Due to excessive fatigue, the front axle housing on the affected vehicles may fracture at the connection point between the knuckle ball and the housing, possibly resulting in a loss of vehicle control.

NHTSA ID: 17V501000

Component: POWER TRAIN

# of Units Affected: 57

Consequence Summary:

A loss of vehicle control can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

RTDI will notify the company-owned operators and licensors will replace the front axles with one with a coupler welded to the axle, free of charge. The recall began on September 21, 2017. RTDI customer service can be contacted at 1-417-266-7600. Note: This recall supersedes recall 16V-859.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 61.4

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March 16, 2017

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Improperly Mounted Headlamp/FMVSS 108

Ride The Ducks International LLC (RTDI) is recalling certain 1999-2002 Stretch Amphibious passenger vehicles. The headlights may have been mounted 56" above the ground instead of being mounted between 22" and 54" above the ground as is required to prevent the headlights from blinding oncoming traffic. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

NHTSA ID: 17V164000

Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING

# of Units Affected: 13

Consequence Summary:

If the headlights are not installed within the required limits, it can cause a decrease in visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

RTDI will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the headlights to the proper height requirements, free of charge. The recall began on April 20, 2017. Owners may contact RTDI customer service at 1-417-266-7600.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 30.77

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March 15, 2017

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Seat and Seat Belt Assembly/FMVSS 207,208,209,210

Ride The Ducks International LLC (RTDI) is recalling certain 1996-2014 Stretch Amphibious and Truck Amphibious passenger vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with 'Captain's Chair'-style driver's seats and non-retractable lap belt seat belt assemblies. The seats, seat belt assemblies and seat belt anchorage systems may not adequately secure the driver in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating Systems", 208, "Occupant Crash Protection", 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies", and 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."

NHTSA ID: 17V182000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 105

Consequence Summary:

If the driver seat, seat belt assemblies, or seat belt anchorages fail to restrain the driver in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.

Corrective Action:

RTDI will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's seats and seat belt assembly, free of charge. The recall began on April 20, 2017. Owners may contact RTDI customer service at 1-417-266-7600.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 54.29

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March 13, 2017

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Internal Display Lights Incorrect/FMVSS 101

Ride The Ducks International LLC (RTDI) is recalling certain 1996-2014 Stretch Amphibious Passenger and Truck Amphibious Passenger vehicles. The instrument cluster does not illuminate the associated symbol when the vehicles' turn signals or high beam lights are in use, instead only a solid color is lit. Additionally, the indicator for the windshield wiping system is not illuminated when the vehicle's headlights are activated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Control and Displays."

NHTSA ID: 17V165000

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

# of Units Affected: 105

Consequence Summary:

If the instrument panel does not illuminate correct telltale displays for the turn signals or high beam headlights, the vehicle operator may not recognize that the systems are been activated, potentially increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

RTDI will notify owners, and dealers will replace the instrument panel telltales and controls, free of charge. The recall began on April 20, 2017. Owners may contact RTDI customer service at 1-417-266-7600.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 82.86

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