Collins Bus Corporation: Safety Recalls in 2013

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 3 safety recalls made by Collins Bus Corporation in 2013. See the details of the recalls below.

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November 21, 2013

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Seat Belt may be Difficult to Unlatch/FMVSS 209

Collins Bus Corporation (Collins) is recalling certain model year 2013 model school bus and multi-functional school activity buses manufactured August 20, 2013, through November 13, 2013 and equipped with IMMI-brand L9 seat belt buckles. When the button is pressed to release the seat belt, the latch plate can become partially engaged with the buckle, making the seat belt difficult to unlatch. Thus, the buses fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."

NHTSA ID: 13V590000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 333

Consequence Summary:

If the latch plate remains partially engaged after the button is pressed, egress from the vehicle could be hindered which would increase the risk of injury in the event of an emergency.

Corrective Action:

Collins will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat belt buckle, and if necessary, replace the seat belt buckles, free of charge. The recall began on January 7, 2014. Owners may contact Collins at 1-800-533-1850.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 45.05

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September 25, 2013

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Electric Door Actuator May Lead to Fire

Collins Bus Corporation (Collins) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Bantam, Super Bantam, Grand Bantam, Mid Bus Guide, Super Guide, and Grand Guide school buses manufactured September 2009 through April 2010, and equipped with A&M Systems-brand electric door actuators. Voltage spikes may damage electrical components and electrical circuits, causing the circuit board to develop high resistance.

NHTSA ID: 13V469000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 251

Consequence Summary:

High resistance may cause the board to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.

Corrective Action:

Collins will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the circuit board free of charge. The recall began on December 4, 2013. Owners may contact Collins at 1-800-533-1850.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 97.61

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June 20, 2013

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Wheelchair Lift Armored Cable Short Circuit

Collins Bus Corporation (Collins) is recalling certain model year 2006-2007 Mid Bus CSD-7450R-C buses manufactured September 11, 2006, through October 25, 2007 and equipped with a Ricon wheelchair lift with an optional armored pendant cable. The armored cable may be positioned such that it does not clear the wheelchair lift.

NHTSA ID: 13V256000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 17

Consequence Summary:

If the cable does not clear the wheel chair lift it may contact the power lug and if it does not have a nonconductive cover, or it has an improperly installed non-conductive cover, then a short circuit may occur that could result in a fire.

Corrective Action:

Collins will notify owners and instruct them to take their vehicle to their Mid Bus dealer where it will be inspected. If needed, Ricon will provide a supplemental cover kit and instructions free of charge. The recall began on July 3, 2013. Owners may contact Collins at 1-800-533-1850 ext. 424, or Ricon at 1-800-322-2884.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

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