Ameritrans Bus, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #19V527000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 19V527000 by Ameritrans Bus, Inc.. Affecting 2013-2016 ameritrans ram 5500 (r series) vehicles Includes 4 affected units, Vehicle May Rollaway, component: POWER TRAIN, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2013-2016 ameritrans ram 5500 (r series) vehicles

Defect Summary

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.

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 19V527000

Manufacturer: Ameritrans Bus, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2019-07-12T00:00:00

Subject: Vehicle may rollaway

Component: Power Train

Potentially Affected Units: 4

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: 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.

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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 0

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NHTSA ID: 19V527000

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Created At: 1742808662

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