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2002-2005 Collins Bantam and Collins Super Bantam recall: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Collins Bus Corporation reported this safety recall on January 21, 2005. It covers about 108 vehicles.

vehicles affected
108
reported
Jan 21, 2005
owners notified
Jan 21, 2005

Fuel system, other: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

What is wrong
Certain 2002 thru 2005 collins bantam and super bantam school buses manufactured between september 18, 2002, and january 17, 2005. The protective rubber parts that cover the fuel lines to prevent contact with metal edges may be missing.
Risk
The fuel lines may be cut resulting in fuel spillage and in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Remedy
Customers will be notified to take their buses to an authorized dealer for free repair. Dealers will inspect the fuel lines and install the protective rubber covering should it be missing. If the fuel lines are damaged, dealers will replace the fuel lines free of charge. The recall began on january 21, 2005. Owners may contact collins at 1‑800‑533‑1850.

Recall number 05V011000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 05V011000

Is there a recall on the 2002-2005 Collins Bantam and Collins Super Bantam hoses, lines/piping, and fittings?

Yes. Recall 05V011000, reported on January 21, 2005, covers about 108 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 05V011000?

Customers will be notified to take their buses to an authorized dealer for free repair. Dealers will inspect the fuel lines and install the protective rubber covering should it be missing. If the fuel lines are damaged, dealers will replace the fuel lines free of charge. The recall began on january 21, 2005. Owners may contact collins at 1‑800‑533‑1850.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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