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1996-1998 Collins Grand Bantam recall: tank assembly

Collins Bus Corporation reported this safety recall on May 27, 1998. It covers about 432 vehicles.

vehicles affected
432
reported
May 27, 1998
owners notified
May 26, 1998

Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly

What is wrong
Vehicle description: dual rear wheel school buses built on ford e-350 and e-450 'super duty' cutaway chassis, exterior body width of 80", gross vehicle weight rating of 11,500 or 14,050 pounds. These buses may have a modification to the frame rail consisting of a notch in the lower flange of the left-hand frame rail forward of the frame cross member. This modification can affect compliance to fmvss no. 301, "fuel system integrity."
Risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, the frame rail flanges could contact and rupture the fuel tank increasing the risk of a vehicle fire and personal injury.
Remedy
Owners will need to inspect their buses and if repairs are necessary, will be provided with the repair parts required. If an owner desires, their dealer can perform the inspection and repair.

Recall number 98V118000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 98V118000

Is there a recall on the 1996-1998 Collins Grand Bantam tank assembly?

Yes. Recall 98V118000, reported on May 27, 1998, covers about 432 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 98V118000?

Owners will need to inspect their buses and if repairs are necessary, will be provided with the repair parts required. If an owner desires, their dealer can perform the inspection and repair.

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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