NHTSA Recall 10V049000: Turn signal (exterior lighting) and brake lights (exterior lighting)
COLLINS BUS CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 112 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Collins Bantam.
| NHTSA campaign | 10V049000 |
|---|---|
| Components | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › TURN SIGNAL; EXTERIOR LIGHTING › BRAKE LIGHTS |
| Report received | February 18, 2010 |
| Owner notification | March 2, 2010 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Collins is recalling certain model year 2009 bantam, super bantam, and grand bantam school buses manufactured between april 1 and october 1, 2009, built on ford cutaway chassis. The brake-turn separator module which is used to control the brake lights and turn signals lights in the rear may not always distinguish correctly between a brake signal input and a turn signal input from the ford chassis oem wiring. For typical brake and turn signal operation, the stop/tail/turn lights at the rear of the bus will function properly. However, if the brakes are pumped/applied in a frequency matching that of the blinking turn signal while the turn indicator is on, there is the potential that the brake signal through the module may cancel out the turn signal temporarily or cause it to flash intermittently.
Safety risk
This can cause confusion to vehicles behind the bus as to whether the bus is turning or stopping increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Collins will notify owners and dealers will replace the brake-turn signal separator module, if the bus is equipped with one, free of charge. The safety recall began on march 2, 2010. Owners may contact collins toll-free at 1-800-533-1850 ext. 424.
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 10V049000
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.