NHTSA Recall 98V061000
NHTSA Campaign Id 98V061000; Date: Mar. 19, 1998
Owners could overload the axles if following the ratings as listed.
Recalled Vehicles:
1997 Collins Grand Bantam; 1998 Collins Grand Bantam
Component: Equipment:other:labels
Manufactured by: Collins Bus Corporation
Affected Units:: 225
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: dual rear wheel school buses built on Ford e-350 cutaway chassis. The wrong front and rear axle weight ratings are listed on the certification label.
How to Fix:
Owners will be provided with a decal to be placed on the current certification plate showing the correct weight limits for the axles.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification began March 2, 1998. Owners who do not receive the decal within a reasonable time should contact collins bus at 1-800-533-1850. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Mar 12, 1998
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