NHTSA Recall 17V501000: Axle assembly (power train)
Ride The Ducks International LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 57 vehicles. It affects 1996–2005 Ride the Ducks Amphibious Vehicle.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V501000 |
|---|---|
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AXLE ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | August 11, 2017 |
| Owner notification | September 21, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
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.
Safety risk
A loss of vehicle control can increase the risk of a crash.
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.
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 17V501000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ride the Ducks Amphibious Vehicle | 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 |
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.