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NHTSARecalled Jan 23, 2026 · #26V041000

Body Panel Joint Incorrectly Attached/FMVSS 221

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

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
UPCs

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.

View the official CPSC notice