Defect Description For Recall
Collins Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2012 Collins, Corbeil And Mid Bus Brand Sl, Sh, Dh, And De School And Multi-FunCTIon School Activity Buses Manufactured From March 12, 2012, Through July 13, 2012. The Metal Hydraulic Service Brake Line Feeding The Rh Rear Service Brake Assembly May Interfere With A Body Mount Assembly. The Location Of This Interference Is At The First Body Mount Location Directly Ahead Of The Rear Axle And On The Inboard Side Of The Passenger Side Frame Rail.
Make Of Vehicle
COLLINS
Model Of Vehicle
DE
Year
2012
Recall Campaign Number
12V387000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Effect Of Defect
This Interference Could Cause A Rupture In The Brake Line, Leading To The Loss Of Brake Fluid And Failure Of The Brakes, Potentially Leading To A Vehicle Crash.
Fix Defect
Collins Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Repair The Buses Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Is Expected To Begin During August 2012. Owners May Contact Collins At 1-800-533-1850.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Collins Bus Corporation
Start Of Manufacture
20120312
End Of Manufacture
20120713
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
282
Date Owners Notified
20120828
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Collins Bus Corporation
Date Report Received
20120806