No complaints are listed for the 2001 Ride THE Ducks Amphibious Vehicle. NHTSA's API and bulk file list none in this build.
Data build 2026-10-10.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as RIDE THE DUCKS AMPHIBIOUS VEHICLE.
Model-generated complaint tags: No complaints are listed for tagging.
Recalls
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4 recalls.
Date: 2017-08-11. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
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.
Consequence: 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.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2017-03-16. Systems: EXTERIOR LIGHTING.
Defect: Ride The Ducks International LLC (RTDI) is recalling certain 1999-2002 Stretch Amphibious passenger vehicles. The headlights may have been mounted 56" above the ground instead of being mounted between 22" and 54" above the ground as is required to prevent the headlights from blinding oncoming traffic. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety St (excerpt)
Consequence: If the headlights are not installed within the required limits, it can cause a decrease in visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. (excerpt)
Remedy: RTDI will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the headlights to the proper height requirements, free of charge. The recall began on April 20, 2017. Owners may contact RTDI customer service at 1-417-266-7600. (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2017-03-15. Systems: SEAT BELTS, SEATS.
Defect: 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 veh (excerpt)
Consequence: 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. (excerpt)
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. (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2017-03-13. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Defect: 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 wiping system is not illuminated when the veh (excerpt)
Consequence: 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. (excerpt)
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. (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
17 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| EQUIPMENT | 9 |
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| EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 9 |
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| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 2 |
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 1 |
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| WHEELS | 1 |
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10096680
Date: 2014-01-30. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
THIS 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.
10096674
Date: 2013-12-02. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
THIS 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.
10096673
Date: 2013-11-25. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
THIS SERVICE BULLETIN PROVIDES A LIST OF ALL REQUIRED EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT TO BE MAINTAINED ON BOARD THE VEHICLE.
10096662
Date: 2013-11-17. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT, EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
THIS SERVICE BULLETIN ADVISES USERS ON HOW TO REPLACE WHEELCHAIR LIFT HYDRAULIC CYLINDERS.
10096671
Date: 2013-10-01. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
THIS SERVICE BULLETIN ADVISES OPERATORS TO CONDUCT A DAILY INSPECTION OF THE AXLE HOUSING AND TO REPLACE AXLE HOUSING
10096672
Date: 2013-10-01. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
THIS SERVICE BULLETIN INFORMS USERS TO UPDATE VEHICLE EMERGENCY PLACARDS AND PAINT WINDOW RELEASES RED.
10096667
Date: 2013-05-29. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, EQUIPMENT.
THIS SERVICE BULLETIN PROVIDES INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO MODIFY RADIATOR FAN BOLTS.
10096669
Date: 2013-05-29. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
THIS SERVICE BULLETIN PROVIDES INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO MODIFY WATER PUMP PULLEY BOLT HOLES.
10096666
Date: 2013-05-20. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT, WHEELS.
THIS SERVICE BULLETIN PROVIDES INSTRUCTIONS ON MODIFYING THE BOLTS THAT SECURE THE AXLE SHAFT TO THE WHEEL HUB.
10096665
Date: 2013-05-06. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
THIS 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.