Emergency egress windows/fmvss 217
Defect Summary
Collins is recalling certain model year 2012 collins, mid-bus, or corbeil sl, sh, dh, and de model school and multi-function school activity buses manufacturer from march 15, 2012, through october 30, 2012, equipped with spectal split sash emergency egress windows. the split sash windows fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 217, "bus emergency exits and window retention and release." the windows may have an improperly installed retainer bar, insufficient strength of the egress window latch connecting rod, and/or missing or failed window fasteners.
Safety Consequence
In the event of a crash, vehicle occupants may not be able to exit the bus, increasing the risk of injury. if all the fasteners on a single retaining bar failed, the window would not remain secured to the bus, creating a risk of injury for passengers or persons outside of the bus.
Corrective Action
Collins will notify owners, and dealers will repair the buses free of charge. the safety recall began during september 2012. owners may contact collins at 1-800-533-1850.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Collins Bus Corporation or involving Visibility.
FAQ: Recall 12V340000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 12V340000?
NHTSA recall 12V340000 was issued by Collins Bus Corporation on July 19, 2012. It addresses: Emergency egress windows/fmvss 217. The recall affects approximately 1,429 vehicles, with the defect involving the Visibility component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Collins Bus Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12V340000 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.