Recall 26V014000: 2025–2026 Forest River Bus Trans Tech School Bus
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jan 16, 2026
- Vehicles affected
- 67
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Forest River bus, LLC (Forest River Bus) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Trans Tech school buses. The modified seating floor plan may exceed the the rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). As such these vehicles fail to comply with the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 120, "Wheels and Rims - Other Than Passenger Cars."
The risk
Overloading the rear axle may cause loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will modify the seating free of charge and provide a refund for lost seating capacity as necessary. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2026. Owners may contact Forest River Bus customer service at 1-800-348-7440. Forest River Bus's number for this recall is 05-2015.
Affected vehicles
- 2025 Forest River Bus Trans Tech School Bus
- 2026 Forest River Bus Trans Tech School Bus
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V014000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 05-2015
- Manufacturer
- Forest River Bus, LLC
- Owner letters
- Feb 17, 2026
- 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