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2025–2026 Forest River Bus Trans Tech School Bus: Seats recall

NHTSA campaign 26V014000 · 67 units potentially affected · filed Jan 16, 2026

What's wrong

Forest River bus, LLC (Forest River Bus) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Trans Tech school buses. The modified seating floor plan may exceed the the rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). As such these vehicles fail to comply with the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 120, "Wheels and Rims - Other Than Passenger Cars."

Why it matters

Overloading the rear axle may cause loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will modify the seating free of charge and provide a refund for lost seating capacity as necessary. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2026. Owners may contact Forest River Bus customer service at 1-800-348-7440. Forest River Bus's number for this recall is 05-2015.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
26V014000
Manufacturer no.
05-2015
Manufacturer
Forest River Bus, Llc
Component
SEATS
Units affected
67
Report received
Jan 16, 2026
Owner letters
Feb 17, 2026
Type
Vehicle

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