Recall 08V-498: 2007 Collins Bantam, 2007 Collins Grand Bantam and 1 more
COLLINS BUS CORPORATION recall for equipment adaptive/mobility, reported to NHTSA on Sep 26, 2008, covering about 8 vehicles.
The problem
Collins is recalling 8 my 2007 bantam, super bantam, or grand bantam school buses equipped with module lock601-gd wheelchair lift interlock module manufactured by intermotive, inc. If the vehicle's battery voltage drops to 7.5 volts, the module may go into fault mode and may not lock the shifter in park when the lift door is opened which fails to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 403, "platform lift systems for motor vehicles."
The risk
The vehicle may be moved with the lift deployed and could result in injury to the lift occupant.
The fix
Collins will notify owners and repair the buses free of charge. The recall began on october 17, 2008. Owners may contact collins toll-free at 1-800-533-1850 ext. 430.
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
| Manufacturer | COLLINS BUS CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment Adaptive/Mobility |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 08V498000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Collins Bantam | 2007 | All years |
| Collins Grand Bantam | 2007 | All years |
| Collins Super Bantam | 2007 | All 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-498?
Collins is recalling 8 my 2007 bantam, super bantam, or grand bantam school buses equipped with module lock601-gd wheelchair lift interlock module manufactured by intermotive, inc. If the vehicle's battery voltage drops to 7.5 volts, the module may go into fault mode and may not lock the shifter in park when the lift door is opened which fails to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 403, "platform lift systems for motor vehicles."
How is recall 08V-498 fixed?
Collins will notify owners and repair the buses free of charge. The recall began on october 17, 2008. Owners may contact collins toll-free at 1-800-533-1850 ext. 430.
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.