Safety Recall NHTSA · 19V527000 Reported July 12, 2019

Vehicle may rollaway

Ameritrans Bus, Inc. · Power Train · 4 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
19V527000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Ameritrans Bus, Inc.
Component
Power Train
Vehicles Affected
4
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
July 12, 2019
Completion Rate
0.00

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.

Safety Consequence

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.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Ameritrans Bus, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 19V527000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 19V527000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 19V527000?

NHTSA recall 19V527000 was issued by Ameritrans Bus, Inc. on July 12, 2019. It addresses: Vehicle may rollaway. The recall affects approximately 4 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Ameritrans Bus, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 19V527000 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.