NHTSA Recall 09V083000: Body (structure)
COLLINS BUS CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,741 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Collins Bantam.
| NHTSA campaign | 09V083000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STRUCTURE › BODY |
| Report received | March 6, 2009 |
| Owner notification | March 19, 2009 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Collins is recalling 2,741 my 2008 school buses manufactured between january 1, 2008 and january 1, 2009. The bolts used to mount the body to the chassis frame rail may have been improperly installed which could lead to failure of the bolts.
Safety risk
Failure of these bolts will result in inadequate connection of the bus body to the bus chassis. In the event of a vehicle crash, there may be an increased risk of personal injury to the vehicle occupants.
Remedy
Collins will notify owners and inspect and repair the buses if necessary free of charge. The safety recall began on march 19, 2009. Owners may contact collins toll-free at 1-800-533-1850.
Notes
Owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 09V083000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Collins Bantam | 2008 |
| Collins Grand Bantam | 2008 |
| Collins Mid Bus Grand Guide | 2008 |
| Collins Mid Bus Guide | 2008 |
| Collins Mid Bus Super Guide | 2008 |
| Collins Super Bantam | 2008 |
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.