Axle housing may fracture due to fatigue
Defect Summary
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.
Safety Consequence
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.
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FAQ: Recall 17V501000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 17V501000?
NHTSA recall 17V501000 was issued by Ride The Ducks International, Llc on August 11, 2017. It addresses: Axle housing may fracture due to fatigue. The recall affects approximately 57 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ride The Ducks International, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 17V501000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.