Recall 11V293000: 2005–2011 Collins Bantam, 2005–2011 Collins Grand Bantam, 2005–2011 Collins Super Bantam

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
May 23, 2011
Vehicles affected
702
Models
3
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The 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."

The risk

In the event of a vehicle crash, the vehicle occupants may not be adequately protected and may sustain injuries.

The 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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Affected vehicles

Details

NHTSA campaign
11V293000
Manufacturer
COLLINS BUS CORPORATION
Owner letters
Jul 18, 2011
Components
Seats (Seats & Seat Belts)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology