Collins Bus Corporation | NHTSA Recall #98V118000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 98V118000 by Collins Bus Corporation. Includes 432 affected units, COLLINS BUS/FMVSS 301, component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: dual rear wheel school buses built on ford e-350 and e-450 'super duty' cutaway chassis, exterior body width of 80", gross vehicle weight rating of 11,500 or 14,050 pounds. these buses may have a modification to the frame rail consisting of a notch in the lower flange of the left-hand frame rail forward of the frame cross member. this modification can affect compliance to fmvss no. 301, "fuel system integrity."

Corrective Action

Owners will need to inspect their buses and if repairs are necessary, will be provided with the repair parts required. if an owner desires, their dealer can perform the inspection and repair.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 98V118000

Manufacturer: Collins Bus Corporation

Report Received Date: 1998-05-27T00:00:00

Subject: Collins bus/fmvss 301

Component: Fuel System, Gasoline

Potentially Affected Units: 432

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Vehicle description: dual rear wheel school buses built on ford e-350 and e-450 'super duty' cutaway chassis, exterior body width of 80", gross vehicle weight rating of 11,500 or 14,050 pounds. these buses may have a modification to the frame rail consisting of a notch in the lower flange of the left-hand frame rail forward of the frame cross member. this modification can affect compliance to fmvss no. 301, "fuel system integrity."

Consequence Summary: In the event of a vehicle crash, the frame rail flanges could contact and rupture the fuel tank increasing the risk of a vehicle fire and personal injury.

Corrective Action: Owners will need to inspect their buses and if repairs are necessary, will be provided with the repair parts required. if an owner desires, their dealer can perform the inspection and repair.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-6kra_8y39-9xpa

NHTSA ID: 98V118000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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