2026 Forest River Bus Collins School Bus Recall: Body panel joint adhesive may have been applied to the incorrect location…
NHTSA campaign 26V041000 · Structure · filed Jan 23, 2026 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The 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."
The risk
Separated body panels can reduce structural integrity, increasing the risk of injury in 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 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 | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Forest River Bus | Collins School Bus | 2026 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 26V041000 (manufacturer number 551-2021). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.