NHTSA Recall 08V018000: Retractor (seat belts)
COLLINS BUS CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 296 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Collins Bantam.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V018000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SEAT BELTS › FRONT › RETRACTOR |
| Report received | January 14, 2008 |
| Owner notification | January 7, 2008 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain my 2005 and 2006 collins bantam, grand bantam, super bantam, and omni school buses manufactured between november 2005 and june 2006, for failing to comply with all the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 209, "seat belt assemblies", and no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages." the web of the belt rubs up against the retractor's metal sleeve causing friction and abrasion, and over time, may fray the belt.
Safety risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained possibly resulting in injury.
Remedy
Collins will notify owners and replace the seat belt free of charge. The recall began on january 7, 2008. Owners may contact collins at 1-800-533-1850.
Notes
Customers may 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 08V018000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Collins Bantam | 2005, 2006 |
| Collins Grand Bantam | 2005, 2006 |
| Collins Omni | 2005, 2006 |
| Collins Super Bantam | 2005, 2006 |
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.