NHTSA recall campaign
17V501000
What was wrong
Defect
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.
Risk
A loss of vehicle control can increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →