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2002-2005 Collins Bantam, Collins Grand Bantam and others recall: seats

Collins Bus Corporation reported this safety recall on May 2, 2005. It covers about 272 vehicles.

vehicles affected
272
reported
May 2, 2005
owners notified
Apr 29, 2005

Seats

What is wrong
Certain collins my 2002-2005 bantam, super bantam, and grand bantam model school buses manufactured between april 22, 2002, and april 27, 2005. These buses were equipped with a bench-style single passenger seats having a lower cushion surface of 24 inches in width. These seats should have a seating surface of only 22 inches for a signal designated seating position. These seats do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 222, school bus passenger seating and crash protection.
Risk
These seats should have a seating surface of only 22 inches wide to have a single designated seating position. Because the 24 inch cushion is wider than 22 inches, the potential exists for two passengers to be seated in this seat. A second passenger would not have an available seat belt for restraint and may be injured in a crash.
Remedy
Collins will notify its customers and replace the 24 inch seat cushion with a 22 inch seat cushion free of charge. The recall began april 29, 2005. Owners may contact collins customer service at 1‑800‑533‑1850.

Recall number 05V192000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 05V192000

Is there a recall on the 2002-2005 Collins Bantam, Collins Grand Bantam and others seats?

Yes. Recall 05V192000, reported on May 2, 2005, covers about 272 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 05V192000?

Collins will notify its customers and replace the 24 inch seat cushion with a 22 inch seat cushion free of charge. The recall began april 29, 2005. Owners may contact collins customer service 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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