2025–2026 Forest River Bus Trans Tech School Bus Recall: Modified seating floor plan may exceed the the rear Gross Axle Weight…
NHTSA campaign 26V014000 · Seats · filed Jan 16, 2026 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
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."
The risk
Overloading the rear axle may cause loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
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.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Forest River Bus | Trans Tech School Bus | 2025, 2026 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 26V014000 (manufacturer number 05-2015). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.