Recall 93V-032: 1986–1993 Collins Bantam
COLLINS BUS CORPORATION recall for structure, reported to NHTSA on Sep 28, 1993, covering about 2,833 vehicles.
The problem
Passengers clothing can unknowingly become caught in the handrails at bus doors when exiting the bus.
The risk
When a passenger's clothing becomes caught in thehandrail, and the bus driver closes the door and puts the vehicle in motion, theindividual is subject to being dragged by the bus. This can result in seriousinjury or death.
The fix
Replace or reposition the handrails to stop clothing from becoming caught.
Notes
System: equipment: handrails at bus entryways.vehicle description: school buses.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | COLLINS BUS CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Component | Structure › Body |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 93V032006 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Collins Bantam | 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 93V-032?
Passengers clothing can unknowingly become caught in the handrails at bus doors when exiting the bus.
How is recall 93V-032 fixed?
Replace or reposition the handrails to stop clothing from becoming caught.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.