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1999 Collins Bantam and Collins Grand Bantam recall: seats

Collins Bus Corporation reported this safety recall on December 22, 1998. It covers about 11 vehicles.

vehicles affected
11
reported
Dec 22, 1998
owners notified
Dec 14, 1998

Seats

What is wrong
Vehicle description: single rear-wheel and dual rear-wheel school buses built on chevrolet 3500 van cutaway chassis, exterior body width of 81" or 94". The school bus certified safety seats do not comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 210, "sear belt assembly anchorages." the seat legs may have incomplete or missing welds.
Risk
In the event of a crash, the seats may not withstand the forces specified, possibly causing injury to the seat occupant.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the noncomplying seat legs.

Recall number 98V328000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 98V328000

Is there a recall on the 1999 Collins Bantam and Collins Grand Bantam seats?

Yes. Recall 98V328000, reported on December 22, 1998, covers about 11 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 98V328000?

Dealers will replace the noncomplying seat legs.

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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