Recall 08V-018: 2005–2006 Collins Bantam, 2005–2006 Collins Grand Bantam and 2 more

COLLINS BUS CORPORATION recall for seat belts, reported to NHTSA on Jan 14, 2008, covering about 296 vehicles.

NHTSA number
08V-018
Report date
Jan 14, 2008
Vehicles affected
296
Owners notified
Jan 7, 2008

The problem

Certain my 2005 and 2006 collins bantam, grand bantam, super bantam, and omni school buses manufactured between november 2005 and june 2006, for failing to comply with all the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 209, "seat belt assemblies", and no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages." the web of the belt rubs up against the retractor's metal sleeve causing friction and abrasion, and over time, may fray the belt.

The risk

In the event of a vehicle crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained possibly resulting in injury.

The fix

Collins will notify owners and replace the seat belt free of charge. The recall began on january 7, 2008. Owners may contact collins at 1-800-533-1850.

Notes

Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerCOLLINS BUS CORPORATION
ComponentSeat Belts › Front › Retractor
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number08V018000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Collins Bantam2005, 2006All years
Collins Grand Bantam2005, 2006All years
Collins Omni2005, 2006All years
Collins Super Bantam2005, 2006All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 08V-018?

Certain my 2005 and 2006 collins bantam, grand bantam, super bantam, and omni school buses manufactured between november 2005 and june 2006, for failing to comply with all the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 209, "seat belt assemblies", and no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages." the web of the belt rubs up against the retractor's metal sleeve causing friction and abrasion, and over time, may fray the belt.

How is recall 08V-018 fixed?

Collins will notify owners and replace the seat belt free of charge. The recall began on january 7, 2008. Owners may contact collins at 1-800-533-1850.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.