2013 AMERITRANS 5500 Safety Overview
The 2013 AMERITRANS 5500 has been closely monitored for safety issues.
Official NHTSA Recalls
The NHTSA has issued 2 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:
- Power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift
- Equipment:other:labels
Severe Defect Warnings
Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as 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.
Consumer Complaints
To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.
Why It Matters
Staying informed about these safety records is critical for AMERITRANS 5500 owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.
Latest Vehicle Recalls
Ameritrans Bus, Inc.
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.
NHTSA Recall 19V527000: Being able to shift the transmission without pushing the brake pedal and/or... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ameritrans Bus, Inc.
Use of the label on these vehicles may confuse the operator and may result in overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 16V497000: Use of the label on these vehicles may confuse the operator and may result... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Recent Complaints
No complaints reported.