Barriers may not deform properly/fmvss 222
Defect Summary
Transportation collaborative, inc. (transportation collaborative) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 trans tech student safety transporter school buses manufactured from december 1, 2012, through april 23, 2015. in the event of a crash, the barrier on the driver's side may not deform as intended. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle standard (fmvss) number 222, "school bus passenger seating and crash protection."
Safety Consequence
If the barrier does not deform properly, vehicle occupants are at a greater risk of injuries should they impact the barrier in a crash.
Corrective Action
Trans tech will notify owners and provide a free retrofit kit along with installation instructions. an interim notice was distributed to owners on april 14, 2016. the recall began on april 18, 2016. Owners may contact transportation collaborative customer service at 1-845-988-0419.
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Other recalls from Transportation Collaborative, Inc. or involving Seats.
FAQ: Recall 16V085000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V085000?
NHTSA recall 16V085000 was issued by Transportation Collaborative, Inc. on February 12, 2016. It addresses: Barriers may not deform properly/fmvss 222. The recall affects approximately 50 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seats component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Transportation Collaborative, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V085000 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.