Defect Description For Recall
Collins Is Recalling 2,741 My 2008 School Buses Manufactured Between January 1, 2008 And January 1, 2009. The Bolts Used To Mount The Body To The Chassis Frame Rail May Have Been Improperly Installed Which Could Lead To Failure Of The Bolts.
Make Of Vehicle
COLLINS
Model Of Vehicle
MID BUS GRAND GUIDE
Year
2008
Recall Campaign Number
09V083000
Component Description
Structure:Body
Effect Of Defect
Failure Of These Bolts Will Result In Inadequate ConneCTIon Of The Bus Body To The Bus Chassis. In The Event Of A Vehicle Crash, There May Be An Increased Risk Of Personal Injury To The Vehicle Occupants.
Fix Defect
Collins Will Notify Owners And Inspect And Repair The Buses If Necessary Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On March 19, 2009. Owners May Contact Collins Toll-Free At 1-800-533-1850.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Collins Bus Corporation
Start Of Manufacture
20080101
End Of Manufacture
20090101
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
2741
Date Owners Notified
20090319
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Collins Bus Corporation
Date Report Received
20090306