2006 Collins Bantam recalls and problems
The 2006 Collins Bantam has 3 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Collins dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2006 Collins Bantam vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2006 Collins Bantam recalls
Recall 11V-502: Equipment
Problem: Collins is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2008 bantam, grand bantam, and super bantam school buses manufactured from august 23, 2006, through february 1, 2008, equipped with carrier genv em-1 evaporator units. Due to time, temperature, and/or vibration, the fuse may loosen in the fuse holder resulting in high resistance and arcing.
Risk: If sufficient arcing occurs, the fuse holder may melt, and a vehicle fire may occur.
Fix: Collins will notify owners and provide information on how to obtain the retrofit kit from carrier along with repair instructions. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on november 11, 2011. (See carrier's recall campaign 11e-003.) owners may contact carrier at 1-800-793-4741 or collins at 1- 1-620-662-9000.
Recall 11V-293: Seats
Problem: Collins is recalling certain model year 2002-2011 bantam, grand bantam, and super bantam school buses manufactured from october 2002 through may 20, 2011, for failing to conform to the leg protection zone impact requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard 222 "school bus passenger seating and crash protection."
Risk: In the event of a vehicle crash, the vehicle occupants may not be adequately protected and may sustain injuries.
Fix: Collins will notify owners and dealers will install additional foam padding under the upholstery free of charge. The safety recall began on july 18, 2011. Owners may contact collins bus at 1-800-533-1850.
Recall 08V-018: Seat Belts
Problem: Certain my 2005 and 2006 collins bantam, grand bantam, super bantam, and omni school buses manufactured between november 2005 and june 2006, for failing to comply with all the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 209, "seat belt assemblies", and no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages." the web of the belt rubs up against the retractor's metal sleeve causing friction and abrasion, and over time, may fray the belt.
Risk: In the event of a vehicle crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained possibly resulting in injury.
Fix: Collins will notify owners and replace the seat belt free of charge. The recall began on january 7, 2008. Owners may contact collins at 1-800-533-1850.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2006 Collins Bantam have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2006 Collins Bantam: 11V-502 (equipment), 11V-293 (seats), 08V-018 (seat belts). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Collins recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Collins dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.