2008 Collins Bantam, Collins Grand Bantam and others recall: seats

Collins Bus Corporation reported this safety recall on August 2, 2010. It covers about 516 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 516
reported: Aug 2, 2010
owners notified: Jan 3, 2011

Seats

What is wrong: Collins is recalling certain model year 2008 bantam, grand bantam, and super bantam model school buses. The 39 inch three passenger seats fail to meet the minimum performance requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 222, "school bus passenger and crash protection."
Risk: Seat occupants are at an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Collins will notify owners and dealers will repair the buses free of charge. The safety recall began on january 3, 2011. Owners may contact collins at 1‑800‑533‑1850.

Recall number 10V362000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 10V362000

Is there a recall on the 2008 Collins Bantam, Collins Grand Bantam and others seats?

Yes. Recall 10V362000, reported on August 2, 2010, covers about 516 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 10V362000?

Collins will notify owners and dealers will repair the buses free of charge. The safety recall began on january 3, 2011. 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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