NHTSA Recall History

Ameritrans Bus, Inc. Safety Recalls

Every NHTSA-recorded safety recall issued by Ameritrans Bus, Inc. — searchable by year, component, and severity. Data sourced daily from the U.S. Department of Transportation.

10
Total Recalls
1,097
Vehicles Affected
Potentially
5
Years Reported
0
Do Not Drive
Critical alerts

Ameritrans Bus, Inc. has issued 10 NHTSA-tracked safety recalls spanning 5 years (from 2013 to 2019), affecting an estimated 1,097 vehicles. The most-recalled components are Equipment, Power Train, Back Over Prevention. Repairs for active recalls are free at any authorized Ameritrans Bus, Inc. dealer — there is no time limit on safety recalls.

Defect Categories

Most-recalled components

The vehicle systems behind most Ameritrans Bus, Inc. safety recalls.

Equipment 2 recalls
Power Train 1 recall
Back Over Prevention 1 recall
Recall History

Ameritrans Bus, Inc. recalls by year

Browse 10 recalls across 5 years. Most recent first.

2019 2 recalls

Recall 19V527000
Ameritrans Bus, Inc.
Vehicle may rollaway
Power Train · 4 affected · Jul 12, 2019
Recall 19V158000
Ameritrans Bus, Inc.
Wheelchair lift may raise too high/fmvss 403
N/A · 1 affected · Mar 1, 2019

2016 3 recalls

Recall 16V497000
Ameritrans Bus, Inc.
Unnecessary tire and loading placards/fmvss 110
Equipment · 803 affected · Jul 1, 2016
Recall 16V398000
Ameritrans Bus, Inc.
Wheel chair lift platform cracking/big pivot holes
N/A · 5 affected · Jun 2, 2016
Recall 16V328000
Ameritrans Bus, Inc.
Incorrect gvwr on certification label/part 567
Equipment · 225 affected · May 19, 2016

2015 2 recalls

Recall 15V827000
Ameritrans Bus, Inc.
Wheel chair lift link arm pivot holes
N/A · 26 affected · Dec 9, 2015
Recall 15V488000
Ameritrans Bus, Inc.
Images from rear camera are reversed
Back Over Prevention · 2 affected · Aug 5, 2015

2014 2 recalls

Recall 14V786000
Ameritrans Bus, Inc.
Bracket for suspension fluid tank may fracture
N/A · 4 affected · Dec 10, 2014
Recall 14V728000
Ameritrans Bus, Inc.
Wheelchair lift - platform cracking
N/A · 26 affected · Nov 13, 2014

2013 1 recall

Recall 13V296000
Ameritrans Bus, Inc.
Wheelchair lift armored cable short circuit
N/A · 1 affected · Jul 5, 2013

Ameritrans Bus, Inc. Recall FAQ

Common questions about Ameritrans Bus, Inc. safety recalls, owner rights, and how to use this tracker.

How many recalls has Ameritrans Bus, Inc. issued?

Ameritrans Bus, Inc. has issued 10 NHTSA-tracked recalls covering approximately 1,097 vehicles since 2013. The most recent recall was reported 2019-07-12.

How do I check if my Ameritrans Bus, Inc. vehicle is under recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's lookup tool will list every active recall tied to your specific vehicle, including ones from Ameritrans Bus, Inc. and any sub-brand or component supplier.

Are Ameritrans Bus, Inc. recall repairs free?

Yes. Under federal law (49 U.S.C. § 30120), manufacturers including Ameritrans Bus, Inc. must remedy safety defects at no cost to the owner. Bring the recall notice or NHTSA recall ID to any authorized Ameritrans Bus, Inc. dealer and the repair (or replacement, or refund) is free.

Which Ameritrans Bus, Inc. components are most commonly recalled?

The top recalled components for Ameritrans Bus, Inc. are: Equipment (2), Power Train (1), Back Over Prevention (1). Recalls in these categories tend to drive the most repair-campaign volume.

Where does this Ameritrans Bus, Inc. recall data come from?

All data on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation's public recall dataset (NHTSA), refreshed daily. Last update: 2026-05-22. This site is independent and not affiliated with Ameritrans Bus, Inc..