NHTSA Recall 12V342000: Instrument cluster/panel (electrical system)
COLLINS BUS CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 196 vehicles. It affects 12 models including the Collins De.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V342000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL |
| Report received | July 19, 2012 |
| Owner notification | August 3, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Collins is recalling certain model year 2012 Collins, Mid-Bus, and Corbeil SL, SH, DH, and DE model school and multi-function school activity buses manufactured from March 12, 2012, through July 2, 2012. The electrical panel cover above the driver may not be adequately secured. Vibration can cause the designed disks to lose grip and release the cover without warning.
Safety risk
The panel could fall and injure or distract the driver, leading to a crash.
Remedy
Collins will notify owners, and dealers will repair the buses free of charge. The safety recall began on August 13, 2012. Owners may contact Collins at 1-800-533-1850.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V342000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Collins De | 2012 |
| Collins Dh | 2012 |
| Collins Sh | 2012 |
| Collins SL | 2012 |
| Corbeil De | 2012 |
| Corbeil Dh | 2012 |
| Corbeil Sh | 2012 |
| Corbeil SL | 2012 |
| Mid Bus De | 2012 |
| Mid Bus Dh | 2012 |
| Mid Bus Sh | 2012 |
| Mid Bus SL | 2012 |
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.