NHTSARecalled Jan 23, 2026 · #26V041000
Body Panel Joint Incorrectly Attached/FMVSS 221
Hazard
Vehicle safety defect
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Forest River Bus, LLC (Forest River Bus) is recalling certain 2026 Collins Bus school buses. The body panel joint adhesive may have been applied to the incorrect location, causing the panels to separate. As such these vehicle fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 221, "School Bus Body Joint Strength." Separated body panels can reduce structural integrity, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Product details
- Product
- Body Panel Joint Incorrectly Attached/FMVSS 221
- Type
- Vehicle
- Manufacturer
- Forest River Bus, LLC
- Model numbers
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- UPCs
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What you should do
Dealers will inspect and apply adhesive as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 18, 2026. Owners may contact Forest River Bus customer service at 1-620-888-3310. Forest River Bus's number for this recall is 551-2021.