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2007-2009 Collins Bantam, Collins Mid Bus Guide and others recall: body

Collins Bus Corporation reported this safety recall on February 23, 2009. It covers about 559 vehicles.

vehicles affected
559
reported
Feb 23, 2009
owners notified
Feb 26, 2009

Structure: body

What is wrong
Collins is recalling 559 my 2007 through 2009 school buses built on ford e-350 and e-450 chassis from november 3, 2006 to october 1, 2009. These buses may have been produced with the absence of two body mount bolts and associated hardware in 2 of the body/chassis mounting locations immediately behind the rear axle.
Risk
If any of the body mount bolts are missing this condition would not provide a stable 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.
Remedy
Collins will notify owners and inspect and repair the buses if necessary free of charge. The safety recall began on february 26, 2009. Owners may contact collins toll-free at 1‑800‑533‑1850.

Recall number 09V068000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 09V068000

Is there a recall on the 2007-2009 Collins Bantam, Collins Mid Bus Guide and others body?

Yes. Recall 09V068000, reported on February 23, 2009, covers about 559 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 09V068000?

Collins will notify owners and inspect and repair the buses if necessary free of charge. The safety recall began on february 26, 2009. Owners may contact collins toll-free 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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