Forest River Bus recall — Body
NHTSA · January 23, 2026
- NHTSA recall campaign 26V041000 (Forest River Bus), reported .
- Potentially affected vehicles: 213.
- Component: Body.
- Details as of ; the linked official notice is authoritative for lot codes, VINs, and remedies.
- Agency
- NHTSA
- Posted
- Recalling firm
- Forest River Bus, LLC
- Source ID
- 26V041000
Defect
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."
Consequence
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.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Forest River Bus | Collins School Bus | 2026 |
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