2008 Ride The Ducks Amphibious Vehicle
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 2008 Ride The Ducks Amphibious Vehicle. Newest first.
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…
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
Remedy
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.
Ride The Ducks International LLC (RTDI) is recalling certain 1996-2014 Stretch Amphibious Passenger and Truck Amphibious Passenger vehicles. The instrument cluster does not illuminate the associated symbol when the vehicles' turn signals or high beam lights are in use, instead only a solid color is lit. Additionally, the indicator for the windshield…
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the instrument panel does not illuminate correct telltale displays for the turn signals or high beam headlights, the vehicle operator may not recognize that the systems are been activated, potentially increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
RTDI will notify owners, and dealers will replace the instrument panel telltales and controls, free of charge. The recall began on April 20, 2017. Owners may contact RTDI customer service at 1-417-266-7600.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10096680This service bulletin advises users to secure portable fire extinguishers that are smaller than the holder to prevent lateral movement and possible chafing of the fire extinguisher.
- 10096674This service bulletin informs users on how to change the power source for the fuel pumps so that each pump IS powered from a separate electrical source.
- 10096673This service bulletin provides a list of all required emergency equipment to be maintained on board the vehicle.
- 10096672This service bulletin informs users to update vehicle emergency placards and paint window releases red.
- 10096671This service bulletin advises operators to conduct a daily inspection of the axle housing and to replace axle housing
- 10096669This service bulletin provides instructions on how to modify water pump pulley bolt holes.
- 10096667This service bulletin provides instructions on how to modify radiator fan bolts.
- 10096666This service bulletin provides instructions on modifying the bolts that secure the axle shaft to the wheel hub.
- 10096665This service bulletin provides instructions on how to enlarge a drill hole in the vehicle's hand throttle cable and foot pedal in diesel powered vehicles.
- 10096664This service bulletin advises operators to inspect and adjust if necessary the CO2 fire bottle safety pin to ensure it IS not obstructed.
- 10096663This service bulletin advises operators to inspect and test the side curtain deployment system.
- 10096662This service bulletin advises users on how to replace wheelchair lift hydraulic cylinders.
- 10096661This service bulletin advises vehicle operators to wear a safety vest in the event of a vehicle breakdown or other emergency.
- 10096660This service bulletin advises users on how to install a wall and grab rail at the vehicle's jump seat.
- 10096657This service bulletin instructs operators to install a protective seat cover on the captain's chair.
- 10096640This service bulletin advises all gas powered vehicles to include a copy of the operator's manual for the flammable vapor detection system to be on-board each vessel and includes a copy of the manual.
- 10096609This service bulletin provides instructions on preparing modifications to a wheelchair accessible flip seat. Defect in current flip seat latching design.
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