Collins bus/overweight condition
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: 96" wide school buses built on chevrolet chassis (g van cutaway model 3500). these buses were built on 10,000 lb. Gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr) chassis but should have been built on 12,000 lb. Gvwr chassis. the buses have more designated seat spaces than the gvwr is prepared to support.
Safety Consequence
Operation of these buses as delivered will cause an overweight condition.
Corrective Action
Chevrolet dealers, in conjunction with collins bus, will replace the rear leaf springs on these buses.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Collins Bus Corporation or involving Suspension.
FAQ: Recall 97V195000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 97V195000?
NHTSA recall 97V195000 was issued by Collins Bus Corporation on November 4, 1997. It addresses: Collins bus/overweight condition. The recall affects approximately 8 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Collins Bus Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 97V195000 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.