Recall 24V-776: 2025–2026 Forest River Bus Collins School Bus, 2025 Forest River Bus Magellan School Bus and 1 more
Forest River Bus, LLC recall for child seat, reported to NHTSA on Oct 18, 2024, covering about 173 vehicles.
The problem
Forest River Bus, LLC (Forest River) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Collins MFSAB, Collins CL9, 2025 Magellan and 2026 Mid Bus school buses. The incorrect child seat latch bar was installed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
The risk
The incorrect latch bar may make it difficult or impossible to correctly install a child seat, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace the latch bar, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2024. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at (620) 888-3310. Forest River's number for this recall is 551-1851.
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 nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Forest River Bus, LLC |
|---|---|
| Component | Child Seat › Vehicle Latch Anchor Seats |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 24V776000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Forest River Bus Collins School Bus | 2025, 2026 | All years |
| Forest River Bus Magellan School Bus | 2025 | All years |
| Forest River Bus MID Bus School Bus | 2026 | 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 24V-776?
Forest River Bus, LLC (Forest River) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Collins MFSAB, Collins CL9, 2025 Magellan and 2026 Mid Bus school buses. The incorrect child seat latch bar was installed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
How is recall 24V-776 fixed?
Dealers will replace the latch bar, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2024. Owners may contact Forest River Customer Service at (620) 888-3310. Forest River's number for this recall is 551-1851.
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.