Recall 13V296000: 2013 Ameritrans M2 Series
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jul 5, 2013
- Vehicles affected
- 1
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- ODI
The problem
Ameritrans Bus, Inc. is recalling one model year 2013 M2-Series bus equipped with a Ricon wheelchair lift with an optional armored pendant cable. The armored cable may be positioned such that it does not clear the wheelchair lift.
The risk
If the cable does not clear the wheel chair lift it may contact the power lug and if it does not have a nonconductive cover, or it has an improperly installed non-conductive cover, then a short circuit may occur that could result in a fire.
The fix
Ameritrans will notify the owner and Ricon will send the owner a supplemental cover kit and instructions free of charge. The recall began during July 2013. More information van ve obtained by contacting Ricon Customer Service at 1-800-322-2884 or by e-mail at [email protected].
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2013 Ameritrans M2 Series
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 13V296000
- Manufacturer
- Ameritrans Bus, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Jul 1, 2013
- Components
- Equipment (Other / Unknown)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology