Recall 26V041000: Forest River Bus, LLC, structure:body

Reported 2026-01-23 · vehicle recall · 213 units

Problem

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."

Risk

Separated body panels can reduce structural integrity, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy

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.

Affected vehicles

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