Seat may separate from the base frame
Defect Summary
Collins bus corporation (collins) is recalling certain 2016 dh416 school buses manufactured february 18, 2016, to february 19, 2016 built on ford chassis, and 2016 de516 school buses manufactured january 18, 2016, to february 19, 2016 built on chevrolet chassis. these vehicles are equipped with seats that may separate from the base frame due to bolt failure. as such, these seats fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety system (fmvss) number 222, "school bus passenger seating and crash protection."
Safety Consequence
In the event of a crash, the seat can separate from the base frame, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
Corrective Action
Collins will notify owners, and the manufacturer of the seats will replace the seats free of charge. the recall began on june 17, 2016. owners may contact collins customer service at 1-800-533-1850. collins' number for this recall is 16e037.
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FAQ: Recall 16V310000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V310000?
NHTSA recall 16V310000 was issued by Collins Bus Corporation on May 17, 2016. It addresses: Seat may separate from the base frame. The recall affects approximately 4 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Collins Bus Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V310000 or the manufacturer campaign number 16E037. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.