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Recall 19V-211: 2015–2019 Collins DE416, 2015–2019 Collins DE500 and 7 more

Collins Bus Corporation recall for seats, reported to NHTSA on Mar 19, 2019, covering about 3,787 vehicles.

NHTSA number
19V-211
Report date
Mar 19, 2019
Vehicles affected
3,787
Owners notified
Apr 12, 2019

The problem

Collins Bus Corporation (Collins Bus) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Midbus DH500, DH516, DH400, DE416, DE500, DE516, TH400, SH416, and SH400 school buses equipped with HSM 39-INCH FB11 restraining barriers. In a hard braking situation or vehicle crash event, the barrier may not properly restrain an unbelted seat occupant. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 222, "School Bus Passenger Seating and Crash Protection."

The risk

Failure to properly restrain an unbelted seat occupant can increase the risk of injury.

The fix

Collins will notify owners, and HSM dealers will reinforce the barrier frame, free of charge. The recall began April 12, 2019. Owners may contact Collins customer service at 1-800-533-1850, extension 424. Collins' number for this recall is 19E-010.

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
ComponentSeats › Barriers
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number19V211000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Collins DE4162015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019All years
Collins DE5002015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019All years
Collins DE5162015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019All years
Collins DH4002015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019All years
Collins DH5002015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019All years
Collins DH5162015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019All years
Collins SH4002015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019All years
Collins SH4162015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019All years
Collins TH4002015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019All 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 19V-211?

Collins Bus Corporation (Collins Bus) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Midbus DH500, DH516, DH400, DE416, DE500, DE516, TH400, SH416, and SH400 school buses equipped with HSM 39-INCH FB11 restraining barriers. In a hard braking situation or vehicle crash event, the barrier may not properly restrain an unbelted seat occupant. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 222, "School Bus Passenger Seating and Crash Protection."

How is recall 19V-211 fixed?

Collins will notify owners, and HSM dealers will reinforce the barrier frame, free of charge. The recall began April 12, 2019. Owners may contact Collins customer service at 1-800-533-1850, extension 424. Collins' number for this recall is 19E-010.

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.