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NHTSARecalled Jan 16, 2026 · #26V014000

Modified Floor Plan May Exceed GAWR/FMVSS 120

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Forest River bus, LLC (Forest River Bus) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Trans Tech school buses. The modified seating floor plan may exceed the the rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). As such these vehicles fail to comply with the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 120, "Wheels and Rims - Other Than Passenger Cars." Overloading the rear axle may cause loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
Modified Floor Plan May Exceed GAWR/FMVSS 120
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Forest River Bus, LLC
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Dealers will modify the seating free of charge and provide a refund for lost seating capacity as necessary. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2026. Owners may contact Forest River Bus customer service at 1-800-348-7440. Forest River Bus's number for this recall is 05-2015.

View the official CPSC notice