Forest River Bus, LLC: Safety Recalls in 2026
Updated on March 19, 2026.
There were 3 safety recalls made by Forest River Bus, LLC in 2026. See the details of the recalls below.
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Data Source: NHTSA.
January 23, 2026
(Campaign #: 551-2021)
Body Panel Joint Incorrectly Attached/FMVSS 221
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."
NHTSA ID: 26V041000
Component: STRUCTURE
# of Units Affected: 213
Consequence Summary:
Separated body panels can reduce structural integrity, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Corrective Action:
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.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
January 23, 2026
(Campaign #: 551-2023)
Body Panel Joint Incorrectly Attached/FMVSS 221
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."
NHTSA ID: 26V040000
Component: STRUCTURE
# of Units Affected: 19
Consequence Summary:
Separated body panels can reduce structural integrity, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Corrective Action:
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.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
January 16, 2026
(Campaign #: 05-2015)
Modified Floor Plan May Exceed GAWR/FMVSS 120
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."
NHTSA ID: 26V014000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 67
Consequence Summary:
Overloading the rear axle may cause loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
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.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No