NHTSA Recall 15V488000: Camera system (back over prevention)
Ameritrans Bus, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2 vehicles. It affects 2015 Ameritrans 225.
| NHTSA campaign | 15V488000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 15E050 |
| Component | BACK OVER PREVENTION › CAMERA SYSTEM |
| Report received | August 5, 2015 |
| Owner notification | September 21, 2015 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ameritrans Bus, Inc. (Ameritrans) is recalling certain model year 2015 225 vehicles manufactured on a Ford E-350 chassis from February 1, 2015, through March 31, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with a back up camera system which may display images from the camera in reverse.
Safety risk
If an object or person are on the left side of the screen but are actually on the right side of the vehicle, or vice versa, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ameritrans will notify owners, and dealers will replace the camera, free of charge. The recall began on September 21, 2015. Owners may contact Ameritrans customer service at 1-574-262-8935. Ameritrans' number for this recall is 15E050.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 15V488000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ameritrans 225 | 2015 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.