Recall 10V362000
SEATS
Report Date
20100802
Component
SEATS
Affected Vehicles
3 models
Defect Description
COLLINS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 BANTAM, GRAND BANTAM, AND SUPER BANTAM MODEL SCHOOL BUSES. THE 39 INCH THREE PASSENGER SEATS FAIL TO MEET THE MINIMUM PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 222, "SCHOOL BUS PASSENGER AND CRASH PROTECTION."
Safety Consequence
SEAT OCCUPANTS ARE AT AN INCREASED RISK OF INJURY IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.
Remedy
COLLINS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE BUSES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 3, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT COLLINS AT 1-800-533-1850.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | COLLINS | BANTAM |
| 2008 | COLLINS | GRAND BANTAM |
| 2008 | COLLINS | SUPER BANTAM |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.