Electrical control panel can fall
Defect Summary
Collins is recalling certain model year 2012 collins, mid-bus, and corbeil sl, sh, dh, and de model school and multi-function school activity buses manufactured from march 12, 2012, through july 2, 2012. the electrical panel cover above the driver may not be adequately secured. Vibration can cause the designed disks to lose grip and release the cover without warning.
Safety Consequence
The panel could fall and injure or distract the driver, leading to a crash.
Corrective Action
Collins will notify owners, and dealers will repair the buses free of charge. the safety recall began on august 13, 2012. owners may contact collins at 1-800-533-1850.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Collins Bus Corporation or involving Electrical System.
FAQ: Recall 12V342000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 12V342000?
NHTSA recall 12V342000 was issued by Collins Bus Corporation on July 19, 2012. It addresses: Electrical control panel can fall. The recall affects approximately 196 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Collins Bus Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12V342000 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.