Structure: bodyRecall 26V-040 · 2026 Forest River Bus Collins Bus
Forest River Bus, LLC recall 26V-040 covers 19 2026 Forest River Bus Collins Bus for a structure: body problem, reported to NHTSA on January 23, 2026. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 74% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 26V040000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Forest River Bus, LLC (Forest River Bus) is recalling certain 2026 Collin Bus transit buses. The body panel joint adhesive may have been applied to the incorrect location, causing the panels to separate. As such these vehicle fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 221, "School Bus Body Joint Strength."
The risk
Separated body panels can reduce structural integrity, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and apply adhesive as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 16, 2026. Owners may contact Forest River Bus customer service at 1-620-888-3310. Forest River Bus's number for this recall is 551-2023.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
74%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from October 14, 2025 to January 13, 2026. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.