AMERITRANS 2015 AMERITRANS 5500 Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2015 AMERITRANS 5500
Brand
AMERITRANS
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2015
Ameritrans Bus, Inc. is recalling certain 2015 AMERITRANS 5500 vehicles due to power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift issues. 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 vehic.
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Ameritrans Bus, Inc. (Ameritrans) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Ameritrans Ram 5500 (R Series) vehicles. Pushing the brake pedal for prolonged periods when the vehicle is running and in PARK may cause the Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) pin to stick in the open position. With the pin in the open position, the transmission can be shifted out of PARK into any gear without pushing the brake pedal or having the key in the ignition.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
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.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Ameritrans has notified owners and Chrysler dealers will update the vehicle software, inspect the BTSI, and, as necessary, replace it, free of charge. The recall began July 23, 2019. Owners may contact Ameritrans customer service at 1-574-218-4786.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026