Recall 10V-362: 2008 Collins Bantam, 2008 Collins Grand Bantam and 1 more

COLLINS BUS CORPORATION recall for seats, reported to NHTSA on Aug 2, 2010, covering about 516 vehicles.

NHTSA number
10V-362
Report date
Aug 2, 2010
Vehicles affected
516
Owners notified
Jan 3, 2011

The problem

Collins is recalling certain model year 2008 bantam, grand bantam, and super bantam model school buses. The 39 inch three passenger seats fail to meet the minimum performance requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 222, "school bus passenger and crash protection."

The risk

Seat occupants are at an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

The fix

Collins will notify owners and dealers will repair the buses free of charge. The safety recall began on january 3, 2011. Owners may contact collins at 1-800-533-1850.

Notes

Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerCOLLINS BUS CORPORATION
ComponentSeats
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance)
NHTSA campaign number10V362000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Collins Bantam2008All years
Collins Grand Bantam2008All years
Collins Super Bantam2008All 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 10V-362?

Collins is recalling certain model year 2008 bantam, grand bantam, and super bantam model school buses. The 39 inch three passenger seats fail to meet the minimum performance requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 222, "school bus passenger and crash protection."

How is recall 10V-362 fixed?

Collins will notify owners and dealers will repair the buses free of charge. The safety recall began on january 3, 2011. 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.