Electrical systemRecall 13V-469 · Collins vehicles
Collins Bus Corporation recall 13V-469 covers 251 Collins vehicles for a electrical system problem, reported to NHTSA on September 25, 2013. The manufacturer's latest report (2015 Q1) shows 98% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 13V469000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The risk
High resistance may cause the board to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
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.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from September 1, 2009 to April 28, 2010. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.