Safety Recall NHTSA · 19V749000 Reported October 18, 2019

Missing backup camera/fmvss 111

Collins Bus Corporation · Back Over Prevention · 24 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
19V749000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Back Over Prevention
Vehicles Affected
24
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
October 18, 2019
Completion Rate
70.83

Defect Summary

Collins bus corporation (collins bus) is recalling certain 2018-2019 tl400, tl408, th400 and th408 school buses. the school buses may have been manufactured without a rear backup camera. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 111, "rearview mirrors."

Safety Consequence

Reduced rearward visibility can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Collins will notify owners, and dealers will install a backup camera, free of charge. the recall began november 21, 2019. owners may contact collins customer service at 1-800-533-1850 extension 424.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Collins Bus Corporation dealer and reference recall ID 19V749000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 19V749000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 19V749000?

NHTSA recall 19V749000 was issued by Collins Bus Corporation on October 18, 2019. It addresses: Missing backup camera/fmvss 111. The recall affects approximately 24 vehicles, with the defect involving the Back Over Prevention component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Collins Bus Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 19V749000 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.