Collins Grand Bantam 1997

Model Grand Bantam made in 1997 by Collins got 3 recalls. There were some recalls concerningequipment, fuel system, gasoline and seats.

Model 1997

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
EQUIPMENT - OTHER - LABELS
98V061000COLLINS BUS CORPORATIONfrom 09/01/1996 to 02/16/1998V (Vehicle)22503/12/1998MFRCOLLINS BUS CORPORATION03/19/199803/27/1998567
Defect SummaryVehicle description: dual rear wheel school buses built on ford e-350 cutaway chassis. the wrong front and rear axle weight ratings are listed on the certification label.
Consequence SummaryOwners could overload the axles if following the ratings as listed.
Corrective SummaryOwners will be provided with a decal to be placed on the current certification plate showing the correct weight limits for the axles.
NotesOwner notification began march 2, 1998.owners who do not receive the decal within a reasonable time should contact collins bus at 1-800-533-1850.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY
98V118000COLLINS BUS CORPORATIONfrom 05/01/1996 to 05/15/1998V (Vehicle)43205/26/1998MFRCOLLINS BUS CORPORATION05/27/199805/29/1998571301
Defect SummaryVehicle description: dual rear wheel school buses built on ford e-350 and e-450 'super duty' cutaway chassis, exterior body width of 80, gross vehicle weight rating of 11,500 or 14,050 pounds. these buses may have a modification to the frame rail consisting of a notch in the lower flange of the left-hand frame rail forward of the frame cross member. this modification can affect compliance to fmvss no. 301, fuel system integrity.
Consequence SummaryIn the event of a vehicle crash, the frame rail flanges could contact and rupture the fuel tank increasing the risk of a vehicle fire and personal injury.
Corrective SummaryOwners will need to inspect their buses and if repairs are necessary, will be provided with the repair parts required. if an owner desires, their dealer can perform the inspection and repair.
NotesOwner notification began may 26, 1998.owners who do not receive the instructions and repair parts within a reasonable time should contact collins bus at 1-800-533-1850.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
SEATS
97V168000COLLINS BUS CORPORATIONfrom 08/01/1997 to 09/11/1997V (Vehicle)8609/16/1997MFRCOLLINS BUS CORPORATION10/02/199710/10/1997571222
Defect SummaryVehicle description: school buses equipped with 39 school bus seats. the seats in these buses have frame material that does not comply with the energy absorption requirements of fmvss no. 222, school bus passenger seating and crash protection.
Consequence SummaryIn the event of a vehicle crash, the occupant of the seat may incur personal injuries.
Corrective SummaryA gusset will be added to the seat cushion frame. in addition, a reinforcement strap will be added to the front of the seat leg.
NotesOwner notification began september 16, 1997. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact collins at 1-800-533-1850.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.