NHTSA Vehicles recall ·
2026 Forest River BUS Collins School BUS recall: Body Panel Joint Incorrectly Attached/FMVSS 221
- Recall number
- 26V041000
- Date
- Manufacturer
- Forest River Bus, LLC
- Category
- Vehicles › Structure
- Recall type
- Vehicle
- Units affected
- 213
- Hazard tags
- Crash risk Injury risk
Read the official NHTSA notice ↗
Product
Structure
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Forest River BUS | Collins School BUS | 2026 |
Not every vehicle of these models is affected. Enter your 17-character VIN on NHTSA.gov to check your vehicle.
Why was it recalled?
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."
Consequence
Separated body panels can reduce structural integrity, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
What should you 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.
Manufacturer campaign number
551-2021
Source: NHTSA (vehicles), recall 26V041000. Official notice. Republished from public data; RecallFlag is not affiliated with the NHTSA.