NHTSA Recall 14V452000: Fuel system, other
Collins Bus Corporation reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 374 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Collins DE500.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V452000 |
|---|---|
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER |
| Report received | July 23, 2014 |
| Owner notification | September 23, 2014 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Collins Bus Corporation (Collins) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 DH500, DH516, DH516WR, DE500, and DE516WR school buses manufactured May 18, 2012, to May 30, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the propane fuel line may rub on the third body mount bolt on the left rear of the frame rail possibly resulting in damage to the propane fuel line.
Safety risk
Damage to the fuel line may cause a propane leak which may result in a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, a propane leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Remedy
Collins will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and relocate the propane fuel line, free of charge. The recall began Spetember 23, 2014. Owners may contact Collins customer service 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 14V452000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Collins DE500 | 2012, 2013, 2014 |
| Collins DE516WR | 2012, 2013, 2014 |
| Collins DH500 | 2012, 2013, 2014 |
| Collins DH516 | 2012, 2013, 2014 |
| Collins DH516WR | 2012, 2013, 2014 |
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.