Collins Sh

Model Sh made by Collins got 5 recalls. There were some recalls concerningelectrical system, service brakes, hydraulic and structure.

Model 2012

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - INSTRUMENT PANEL
12V342000COLLINS BUS CORPORATIONfrom 03/12/2012 to 07/02/2012V (Vehicle)196MFRCOLLINS BUS CORPORATION07/19/201207/19/2012
Defect SummaryCollins is recalling certain model year 2012 collins, mid-bus, and corbeil sl, sh, dh, and de model school and multi-function school activity buses manufactured from march 12, 2012, through july 2, 2012. the electrical panel cover above the driver may not be adequately secured. vibration can cause the designed disks to lose grip and release the cover without warning.
Consequence SummaryThe panel could fall and injure or distract the driver, leading to a crash.
Corrective SummaryCollins will notify owners, and dealers will repair the buses free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on, or about, september 20, 2012. owners may contact collins at 1-800-533-1850.
NotesOwners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
12V387000COLLINS BUS CORPORATIONfrom 03/12/2012 to 07/13/2012V (Vehicle)28208/28/2012MFRCOLLINS BUS CORPORATION08/06/201208/08/2012
Defect SummaryCollins 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.
Consequence SummaryThis 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.
Corrective SummaryCollins 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.
NotesOwners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
STRUCTURE - BODY
12V386000COLLINS BUS CORPORATIONfrom 03/12/2012 to 07/16/2012V (Vehicle)31708/28/2012MFRCOLLINS BUS CORPORATION08/06/201208/08/2012
Defect SummaryCollins is recalling certain model year 2012 collins, corbeil and mid bus brand sl, sh, dh, and de school buses and multi-function school activity buses manufactured from march 12, 2012, through july 16, 2012. some of the body mount bolts may not have been torqued to specification.
Consequence SummaryWithout correctly tightened body mount bolts, there may be a reduction in the vehicle's integrity, which in the event of a crash, may result in the passengers having an increased risk of injury.
Corrective SummaryCollins will notify owner, and dealers will repair the buses free of charge. the safety recall began during august 2012. owners may contact collins at 1-800-533-1850, ext 424.
NotesOwners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
STRUCTURE - BODY - DOOR
12V346000COLLINS BUS CORPORATIONfrom 03/12/2012 to 07/03/2012V (Vehicle)171MFRCOLLINS BUS CORPORATION07/19/201207/20/2012
Defect SummaryCollins is recalling certain model year 2012 collins, mid-bus, or corbeil sl, sh, dh, and de model school and multi-function school activity buses manufacturer from march 12, 2012, through july 3, 2012. when the double out door is open, there is potential for a drawstring of a backpack or an article of clothing to become entangled in a gap at the door bracket or support hardware as a passenger is exiting the bus.
Consequence SummaryIf a drawstring or any other article of clothing worn by a passenger is entangled or snagged by the handrail, the bus operator may not be aware that the passenger is caught and could move the bus, potentially pulling the passenger under the wheels. this situation could lead to injury or even death.
Corrective SummaryCollins will notify owners, and dealers will repair the buses free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or about july 30, 2012. owners may contact collins at 1-800-533-1850.
NotesOwners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
VISIBILITY - GLASS, SIDE/REAR
12V340000COLLINS BUS CORPORATIONfrom 03/15/2012 to 07/02/2012V (Vehicle)196MFRCOLLINS BUS CORPORATION07/19/201207/19/2012
Defect SummaryCollins is recalling certain model year 2012 collins, mid-bus, or corbeil sl, sh, dh, and de model school and multi-function school activity buses manufacturer from march 15, 2012, through july 2, 2012, equipped with spectal split sash emergency egress windows. the split sash windows fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 217, bus emergency exits and window retention and release. the windows may have an improperly installed retainer bar, insufficient strength of the egress window latch connecting rod, and/or missing or failed window fasteners.
Consequence SummaryIn the event of a crash, vehicle occupants may not be able to exit the bus, increasing the risk of injury. if all the fasteners on a single retaining bar failed, the window would not remain secured to the bus, creating a risk of injury for passengers or persons outside of the bus.
Corrective SummaryCollins will notify owners, and dealers will repair the buses free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on, or about, september 20, 2012. owners may contact collins at 1-800-533-1850.
NotesOwners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.