Possible overloading of rear axle
Defect Summary
Transportation collaborative, inc. (tci) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 trans tech bus student safety transporter school buses manufactured december 1, 2012, to april 23, 2015. the affected vehicles were built to accommodate 35 children or 23 adults. however, when the bus is loaded to this capacity, the load may exceed the rated capacity of the rear axle and tires.
Safety Consequence
If the vehicle is loaded to the listed capacity, the rear axle or tires may fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Tci will notify owners, and dealers will remove two seats, and install a corrected capacity label, free of charge. the recall began on july 1, 2015. owners may contact tci customer service at 1-845-988-0419.
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FAQ: Recall 15V384000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V384000?
NHTSA recall 15V384000 was issued by Transportation Collaborative, Inc. on June 17, 2015. It addresses: Possible overloading of rear axle. The recall affects approximately 46 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Transportation Collaborative, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V384000 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.