NHTSA Recall 05V011000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (fuel system)
COLLINS BUS CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 108 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Collins Bantam.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V011000 |
|---|---|
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER › DELIVERY › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
| Report received | January 21, 2005 |
| Owner notification | January 21, 2005 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain 2002 thru 2005 collins bantam and super bantam school buses manufactured between september 18, 2002, and january 17, 2005. The protective rubber parts that cover the fuel lines to prevent contact with metal edges may be missing.
Safety risk
The fuel lines may be cut resulting in fuel spillage and in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Remedy
Customers will be notified to take their buses to an authorized dealer for free repair. Dealers will inspect the fuel lines and install the protective rubber covering should it be missing. If the fuel lines are damaged, dealers will replace the fuel lines free of charge. The recall began on january 21, 2005. Owners may contact collins at 1-800-533-1850.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 05V011000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Collins Bantam | 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 |
| Collins Super Bantam | 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.