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Recall 13V-590: 2013 Collins DE516, 2013 Collins DE516WR and 25 more

Collins Bus Corporation recall for seat belts, reported to NHTSA on Nov 21, 2013, covering about 333 vehicles.

NHTSA number
13V-590
Report date
Nov 21, 2013
Vehicles affected
333
Owners notified
Jan 7, 2014

The problem

Collins Bus Corporation (Collins) is recalling certain model year 2013 model school bus and multi-functional school activity buses manufactured August 20, 2013, through November 13, 2013 and equipped with IMMI-brand L9 seat belt buckles. When the button is pressed to release the seat belt, the latch plate can become partially engaged with the buckle, making the seat belt difficult to unlatch. Thus, the buses fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."

The risk

If the latch plate remains partially engaged after the button is pressed, egress from the vehicle could be hindered which would increase the risk of injury in the event of an emergency.

The fix

Collins will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat belt buckle, and if necessary, replace the seat belt buckles, free of charge. The recall began on January 7, 2014. 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

ManufacturerCollins Bus Corporation
ComponentSeat Belts
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number13V590000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Collins DE5162013All years
Collins DE516WR2013All years
Collins DH4002013All years
Collins DH4162013All years
Collins DH416WR2013All years
Collins DH5002013All years
Collins DH5162013All years
Collins SH4002013All years
Collins SL4002013All years
Collins Corbeil DE5162013All years
Collins Corbeil DE516WR2013All years
Collins Corbeil DH4002013All years
Collins Corbeil DH4162013All years
Collins Corbeil DH416WR2013All years
Collins Corbeil DH5002013All years
Collins Corbeil DH5162013All years
Collins Corbeil SH4002013All years
Collins Corbeil SL4002013All years
Collins Mid Bus DE5162013All years
Collins Mid Bus DE516WR2013All years
Collins Mid Bus DH4002013All years
Collins Mid Bus DH4162013All years
Collins Mid Bus DH416WR2013All years
Collins Mid Bus DH5002013All years
Collins Mid Bus DH5162013All years
Collins Mid Bus SH4002013All years
Collins Mid Bus SL4002013All 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 13V-590?

Collins Bus Corporation (Collins) is recalling certain model year 2013 model school bus and multi-functional school activity buses manufactured August 20, 2013, through November 13, 2013 and equipped with IMMI-brand L9 seat belt buckles. When the button is pressed to release the seat belt, the latch plate can become partially engaged with the buckle, making the seat belt difficult to unlatch. Thus, the buses fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."

How is recall 13V-590 fixed?

Collins will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat belt buckle, and if necessary, replace the seat belt buckles, free of charge. The recall began on January 7, 2014. 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.