2014 Ameritrans 285 recalls and problems
The 2014 Ameritrans 285 has 2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Ameritrans dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2014 Ameritrans 285 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2014 Ameritrans 285 recalls
Recall 16V-328: Equipment
Problem: Ameritrans Bus, Inc. (Ameritrans) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 285 shuttle buses manufactured from August 1, 2012, through May 13, 2016 and built on Ford E-450 chassis. The certification labels may have an inaccurate gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
Risk: If the GVWR is unknowingly exceeded, vehicle handling may be adversely affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ameritrans will notify owners, and dealers will remove and/or reposition bus seats as necessary and install a corrected labels, free of charge. The recall began on July 18, 2016. Owners may contact Ameritrans customer service at 1-574-262-8935.
Recall 15V-827: Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
Problem: Ameritrans Bus, Inc. (Ameritrans) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 CTV, 225, 200, 245, 285, 375, and 395 vehicles manufactured August 1, 2012, to July 10, 2014, equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured by the Ricon Corporation. The affected lifts are equipped with folding link arms that may have pivot holes that are too big, allowing the bearings to move out of position.
Risk: If the bearings move out of position, the stowed platform may have excessive movement resulting in failure of the platform mounting. This failure could cause the wheel chair lift platform to fall out of the vehicle when the doors are opened, increasing the risk of injury for the lift operator.
Fix: Ameritrans will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the link arms for damage or for displaced bearings. The platform will be inspected for cracks. Any damaged parts will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on January 21, 2016. Owners may contact Ameritrans customer service at 1-574-262-8935, or Ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884.
Other Ameritrans 285 years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2014 Ameritrans 285 have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2014 Ameritrans 285: 16V-328 (equipment), 15V-827 (equipment adaptive/mobility). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Ameritrans recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Ameritrans dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.