Fmvss 221/joint strength
Defect Summary
Certain 2004 my bantam and super bantam school buses manufactured between july 2004 and november 2004. the amount of adhesive applied to the roof seams is inadequate for the type of adhesive used which fails to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 221, school bus body joint strength.
Safety Consequence
In the event of a crash, the joints may come apart and individual interior ceiling skins could cause harm to the occupants of the bus.
Corrective Action
Dealers will correct the buses by adding two additional screws between the current screws that attach the seams of the ceiling skins to the structural roof bows. the recall began on december 14, 2005. owners may contact collins at 1-800-533-1850.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Collins Bus Corporation or involving Structure.
FAQ: Recall 05V359000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 05V359000?
NHTSA recall 05V359000 was issued by Collins Bus Corporation on August 15, 2005. It addresses: Fmvss 221/joint strength. The recall affects approximately 201 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Collins Bus Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 05V359000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.