Collins Dh416 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

May 17, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Collins Bus Corporation recalls 2016 Collins Dh416, De516

Recall number

16V310000

Brand / firm

Collins

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 4 units

Why it was recalled

In the event of a crash, the seat can separate from the base frame, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.

What was recalled

Collins Bus Corporation (Collins) is recalling certain 2016 DH416 school buses manufactured February 18, 2016, to February 19, 2016 built on Ford chassis, and 2016 DE516 school buses manufactured January 18, 2016, to February 19, 2016 built on Chevrolet chassis. These vehicles are equipped with seats that may separate from the base frame due to bolt failure. As such, these seats fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety System (FMVSS) number 222, "School Bus Passenger Seating and Crash Protection."

What to do

Collins will notify owners, and the manufacturer of the seats will replace the seats free of charge. The recall began on June 17, 2016. Owners may contact Collins customer service at 1-800-533-1850. Collins' number for this recall is 16E037.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.