Recall 12V-387: 2012 Collins De, 2012 Collins DH and 10 more
COLLINS BUS CORPORATION recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Aug 6, 2012, covering about 282 vehicles.
The problem
Collins is recalling certain model year 2012 Collins, Corbeil and Mid Bus brand SL, SH, DH, and DE school and multi-function school activity buses manufactured from March 12, 2012, through July 13, 2012. The metal hydraulic service brake line feeding the RH rear service brake assembly may interfere with a body mount assembly. The location of this interference is at the first body mount location directly ahead of the rear axle and on the inboard side of the passenger side frame rail.
The risk
This interference could cause a rupture in the brake line, leading to the loss of brake fluid and failure of the brakes, potentially leading to a vehicle crash.
The fix
Collins will notify owners, and dealers will repair the buses free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during August 2012. Owners may contact Collins at 1-800-533-1850.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | COLLINS BUS CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 12V387000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Collins De | 2012 | All years |
| Collins DH | 2012 | All years |
| Collins SH | 2012 | All years |
| Collins SL | 2012 | All years |
| Corbeil De | 2012 | All years |
| Corbeil DH | 2012 | All years |
| Corbeil SH | 2012 | All years |
| Corbeil SL | 2012 | All years |
| Mid-Bus De | 2012 | All years |
| Mid-Bus DH | 2012 | All years |
| Mid-Bus SH | 2012 | All years |
| Mid-Bus SL | 2012 | 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 12V-387?
Collins is recalling certain model year 2012 Collins, Corbeil and Mid Bus brand SL, SH, DH, and DE school and multi-function school activity buses manufactured from March 12, 2012, through July 13, 2012. The metal hydraulic service brake line feeding the RH rear service brake assembly may interfere with a body mount assembly. The location of this interference is at the first body mount location directly ahead of the rear axle and on the inboard side of the passenger side frame rail.
How is recall 12V-387 fixed?
Collins will notify owners, and dealers will repair the buses free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during August 2012. 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.