2026 Forest River Bus Collins School Bus: Structure recall
NHTSA campaign 26V041000 · 213 units potentially affected · filed Jan 23, 2026
What's wrong
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."
Why it matters
Separated body panels can reduce structural integrity, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
The fix
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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V041000
- Manufacturer no.
- 551-2021
- Manufacturer
- Forest River Bus, Llc
- Component
- STRUCTURE:BODY
- Units affected
- 213
- Report received
- Jan 23, 2026
- Owner letters
- Feb 18, 2026
- Type
- Vehicle
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