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NHTSARecalled May 30, 2025 · #25V361000

Emergency Exit Door Lock May Malfunction/FMVSS 217

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Forest River Bus, LLC (Forest River Bus) is recalling certain 2023-2027 Collins Bus school buses. The lock on the emergency exit door may fail to unlock. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 217, "Bus Emergency Exits and Window Retention and Release." An emergency exit that remains locked can prevent or delay passengers from evacuating during an emergency, increasing the risk of injury.

Product details

Product
Emergency Exit Door Lock May Malfunction/FMVSS 217
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Forest River Bus, LLC
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Dealers will replace the barrel latch, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 30, 2025. Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-620-888-3361. Forest River Bus's number for this recall is 551-1931.

View the official CPSC notice