Recall 14V452000
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
Defect Description
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.
Safety Consequence
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.
Remedy
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.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | COLLINS | DE500 |
| 2012 | COLLINS | DE516WR |
| 2012 | COLLINS | DH500 |
| 2012 | COLLINS | DH516 |
| 2012 | COLLINS | DH516WR |
| 2013 | COLLINS | DE500 |
| 2013 | COLLINS | DE516WR |
| 2013 | COLLINS | DH500 |
| 2013 | COLLINS | DH516 |
| 2013 | COLLINS | DH516WR |
| 2014 | COLLINS | DE500 |
| 2014 | COLLINS | DE516WR |
| 2014 | COLLINS | DH500 |
| 2014 | COLLINS | DH516 |
| 2014 | COLLINS | DH516WR |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.