2011 Collins DE516WR recalls and problems
The 2011 Collins DE516WR has 1 safety recall. Recall repairs are free at any Collins dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2011 Collins DE516WR vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2011 Collins DE516WR recalls
Recall 14V-600: Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
Problem: Collins Bus Corporation (Collins) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Collins and Mid Bus Super Bantam, Grand Bantam, Super Guide, Grand Guide, DE416WR, DH416WR, and DE516WR school buses manufactured January 1, 2006, to June 16, 2014, and equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured by Ricon Corporation after January 1, 2006. The platform side plate of the affected wheelchair lifts may crack.
Risk: If the platform side plates crack, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door. When the doors are opened, the platform may fall out, increasing the risk of injury to the lift operator.
Fix: Collins will notify owners, and dealers will install a supplemental platform support bumper kit. Any platform that has already started cracking will be replaced, free of charge. The began on December 15, 2014. Owners may contact Collins customer service at 1-800-533-1850 or Ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2011 Collins DE516WR have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2011 Collins DE516WR: 14V-600 (equipment adaptive/mobility). 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.