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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 26V040000

2026 Forest River Bus Collins Bus — Structure: body

Published January 26, 2026 · Recall initiated: January 23, 2026

Summary

NHTSA records recall 26V040000, published January 26, 2026 and initiated January 23, 2026. Recalling firm: Forest River Bus, LLC; 2026 Forest River Bus Collins Bus — Structure: body.

What's the hazard

Forest River Bus, LLC (Forest River Bus) is recalling certain 2026 Collin Bus transit 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.

What to do

Dealers will inspect and apply adhesive as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 16, 2026. Owners may contact Forest River Bus customer service at 1-620-888-3310. Forest River Bus's number for this recall is 551-2023.

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Recall details

Brand
FOREST RIVER BUS
Model
COLLINS BUS
Manufacturer
Forest River Bus, LLC
Lot
2026 FOREST RIVER BUS COLLINS BUS
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2026 Forest River Bus Collins Bus — Structure: body recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 26V040000 on January 26, 2026. Reported hazard: Forest River Bus, LLC (Forest River Bus) is recalling certain 2026 Collin Bus transit 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.

What should I do if I have this product?

Dealers will inspect and apply adhesive as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 16, 2026. Owners may contact Forest River Bus customer service at 1-620-888-3310. Forest River Bus's number for this recall is 551-2023.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FOREST RIVER BUS. Model: COLLINS BUS.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)