1998 Collins Grand Bantam
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1998 Collins Grand Bantam. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
2 recalls name the 1998 Collins Grand Bantam. Newest first.
Vehicle description: dual rear wheel school buses built on ford E-350 and E-450 'super duty' cutaway chassis, exterior body width of 80", gross vehicle weight rating of 11,500 or 14,050 pounds. these buses may have a modification to the frame rail consisting of a notch in the lower flange of the left-hand frame rail forward of the frame cross member.…
Risk and remedy
Risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, the frame rail flanges could contact and rupture the fuel tank increasing the risk of a vehicle fire and personal injury.
Remedy
Owners will need to inspect their buses and if repairs are necessary, will be provided with the repair parts required. if an owner desires, their dealer can perform the inspection and repair.
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Owners could overload the axles if following the ratings as listed.
Remedy
Owners will be provided with a decal to be placed on the current certification plate showing the correct weight limits for the axles.
Owner complaints
1 complaints
Latest complaints
- Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly
Difficulty getting seat belt to release when exiting the vehicle
Every Collins Grand Bantam model year
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