Ride The Ducks Amphibious Vehicle recalled over injury risk

Recall date

March 15, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Ride The Ducks International, LLC recalls 1996–2014 Ride The Ducks Amphibious Vehicle

Recall number

17V182000

Brand / firm

Ride The Ducks

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 105 units

Why it was recalled

If the driver seat, seat belt assemblies, or seat belt anchorages fail to restrain the driver in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Ride The Ducks International LLC (RTDI) is recalling certain 1996-2014 Stretch Amphibious and Truck Amphibious passenger vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with 'Captain's Chair'-style driver's seats and non-retractable lap belt seat belt assemblies. The seats, seat belt assemblies and seat belt anchorage systems may not adequately secure the driver in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating Systems", 208, "Occupant Crash Protection", 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies", and 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."

What to do

RTDI will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's seats and seat belt assembly, free of charge. The recall began on April 20, 2017. Owners may contact RTDI customer service at 1-417-266-7600.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.