Collins Bus Corporation | NHTSA Recall #12V346000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 12V346000 by Collins Bus Corporation. Affecting model year 2012 collins, mid-bus, or corbeil sl, sh, dh, and de model school and multi-function school activity buses manufacturer from march 12, 2012, through july 3, 2012 Includes 171 affected units, Double Out Door Hardware/drawstrings could catch, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2012 collins, mid-bus, or corbeil sl, sh, dh, and de model school and multi-function school activity buses manufacturer from march 12, 2012, through july 3, 2012

Defect Summary

Collins is recalling certain model year 2012 collins, mid-bus, or corbeil sl, sh, dh, and de model school and multi-function school activity buses manufacturer from march 12, 2012, through july 3, 2012. when the double out door is open, there is potential for a drawstring of a backpack or an article of clothing to become entangled in a gap at the door bracket or support hardware as a passenger is exiting the bus.

Corrective Action

Collins will notify owners, and dealers will repair the buses free of charge. the safety recall began on august 16, 2012. owners may contact collins at 1-800-533-1850.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 12V346000
Report Received Date: 2012-07-19T00:00:00
Subject: Double out door hardware/drawstrings could catch
Component: Structure
Potentially Affected Units: 171

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Collins is recalling certain model year 2012 collins, mid-bus, or corbeil sl, sh, dh, and de model school and multi-function school activity buses manufacturer from march 12, 2012, through july 3, 2012. when the double out door is open, there is potential for a drawstring of a backpack or an article of clothing to become entangled in a gap at the door bracket or support hardware as a passenger is exiting the bus.
Consequence Summary: If a drawstring or any other article of clothing worn by a passenger is entangled or snagged by the handrail, the bus operator may not be aware that the passenger is caught and could move the bus, potentially pulling the passenger under the wheels. this situation could lead to injury or even death.
Corrective Action: Collins will notify owners, and dealers will repair the buses free of charge. the safety recall began on august 16, 2012. owners may contact collins at 1-800-533-1850.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 12V346000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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