Collins Bus Corporation | NHTSA Recall #13V469000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 13V469000 by Collins Bus Corporation. Affecting 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 Includes 251 affected units, Electric Door Actuator May Lead to Fire, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

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

Defect Summary

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.

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 13V469000
Report Received Date: 2013-09-25T00:00:00
Subject: Electric door actuator may lead to fire
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 251

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: 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.
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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 97.61

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NHTSA ID: 13V469000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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