Stop arm reflective decal may be loose/fmvss 131
Defect Summary
Collins bus corporation (collins) is recalling certain model year 2015 de416, de416wr, de500, de516, de516wr, dh400, dh416, dh416wr, dh500, dh516, sh400, sl400, th400, and tl400 school buses manufactured may 1, 2015, to december 21, 2015, equipped with certain transpec t6000, t6100, and t7000 series school bus stop arms. the affected stop arms have a reflective decal that may peel loose from the stop arm. as such, these stop arms fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 131, "school bus pedestrian safety devices."
Safety Consequence
Without a reflective decal, the stop arms would have reduced visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Collins will notify owners, and the stop arm blade assemblies will be replaced, free of charge. the recall began on february 22, 2016. owners may contact collins customer service at 1-800-533-1850, or transpec customer service at 1-800-951-7867.
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FAQ: Recall 16V031000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V031000?
NHTSA recall 16V031000 was issued by Collins Bus Corporation on January 22, 2016. It addresses: Stop arm reflective decal may be loose/fmvss 131. The recall affects approximately 867 vehicles, with the defect involving the Other component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Collins Bus Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V031000 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.