2014 Collins DH516 recalls and problems
The 2014 Collins DH516 has 2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Collins dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2014 Collins DH516 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2014 Collins DH516 recalls
Recall 14V-523: Structure
Problem: Collins Bus Corporation (Collins) is recalling certain model year 2014 Collins and Mid Bus school buses, models SL400, SL408, DH400, DH416, DE416WR, DH500, DH516 and DE516WR, manufactured from July 21, 2014, to August 19, 2014. The affected vehicles may have been assembled with an inadequate amount of adhesive on some interior side panel joints. In the case of a collision to the side of the vehicle, the edge interior panel may become exposed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 221, "School Bus Body Joint Strength."
Risk: If the edge interior panel becomes exposed, there is an increased risk of injury to the passengers.
Fix: Collins will notify owners, and dealers will install additional structural fasteners on the applicable body panel joints, free of charge. The recall began on October 8, 2014 . Owners may contact Collins customer service at 1-800-533-1850.
Recall 14V-452: Fuel System, Other
Problem: Collins Bus Corporation (Collins) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 DH500, DH516, DH516WR, DE500, and DE516WR school buses manufactured May 18, 2012, to May 30, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the propane fuel line may rub on the third body mount bolt on the left rear of the frame rail possibly resulting in damage to the propane fuel line.
Risk: Damage to the fuel line may cause a propane leak which may result in a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, a propane leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Fix: Collins will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and relocate the propane fuel line, free of charge. The recall began Spetember 23, 2014. Owners may contact Collins customer service at 1-800-533-1850.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2014 Collins DH516 have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2014 Collins DH516: 14V-523 (structure), 14V-452 (fuel system, other). 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.