NHTSA Recall 10V362000: Seats
COLLINS BUS CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 516 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Collins Bantam.
| NHTSA campaign | 10V362000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SEATS |
| Report received | August 2, 2010 |
| Owner notification | January 3, 2011 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance |
Defect
Collins is recalling certain model year 2008 bantam, grand bantam, and super bantam model school buses. The 39 inch three passenger seats fail to meet the minimum performance requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 222, "school bus passenger and crash protection."
Safety risk
Seat occupants are at an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Collins will notify owners and dealers will repair the buses free of charge. The safety recall began on january 3, 2011. Owners may contact collins 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 10V362000
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.