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2002-2011 Collins Bantam, Collins Grand Bantam and others recall: seats

Collins Bus Corporation reported this safety recall on May 23, 2011. It covers about 702 vehicles.

vehicles affected
702
reported
May 23, 2011
owners notified
Jul 18, 2011

Seats

What is wrong
Collins is recalling certain model year 2002-2011 bantam, grand bantam, and super bantam school buses manufactured from october 2002 through may 20, 2011, for failing to conform to the leg protection zone impact requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard 222 "school bus passenger seating and crash protection."
Risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, the vehicle occupants may not be adequately protected and may sustain injuries.
Remedy
Collins will notify owners and dealers will install additional foam padding under the upholstery free of charge. The safety recall began on july 18, 2011. Owners may contact collins bus at 1‑800‑533‑1850.

Recall number 11V293000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 11V293000

Is there a recall on the 2002-2011 Collins Bantam, Collins Grand Bantam and others seats?

Yes. Recall 11V293000, reported on May 23, 2011, covers about 702 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 11V293000?

Collins will notify owners and dealers will install additional foam padding under the upholstery free of charge. The safety recall began on july 18, 2011. Owners may contact collins bus 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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