Structure: bodyRecall 26V-041 · 2026 Forest River Bus Collins School Bus
Forest River Bus, LLC recall 26V-041 covers 213 2026 Forest River Bus Collins School Bus for a structure: body problem, reported to NHTSA on January 23, 2026. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 27% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 26V041000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Forest River Bus, LLC (Forest River Bus) is recalling certain 2026 Collins Bus school 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 18, 2026. Owners may contact Forest River Bus customer service at 1-620-888-3310. Forest River Bus's number for this recall is 551-2021.
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
27%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.