NHTSA Recall 26V014000: Seats
Forest River Bus, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 67 vehicles. It affects 2025–2026 Forest River Bus Trans Tech School Bus.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V014000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 05-2015 |
| Component | SEATS |
| Report received | January 16, 2026 |
| Owner notification | February 17, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Forest River bus, LLC (Forest River Bus) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Trans Tech school buses. The modified seating floor plan may exceed the the rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). As such these vehicles fail to comply with the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 120, "Wheels and Rims - Other Than Passenger Cars."
Safety risk
Overloading the rear axle may cause loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will modify the seating free of charge and provide a refund for lost seating capacity as necessary. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2026. Owners may contact Forest River Bus customer service at 1-800-348-7440. Forest River Bus's number for this recall is 05-2015.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V014000
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.