VehicleVerdict

Collins Bantam years to avoid

Across 1986–2011, no single Bantam year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 1999 drew the most complaints; 2011 the fewest.

3

Total complaints

23

Recall campaigns

1986–2011

Years covered

0

Years to avoid

Complaints by model year

Every Bantam year

YearComplaintsRecalls
201101
201002
200904
200805
200704
200603
200508
200406
200305
200205
200001
199923
199810
199701
199302
199201
199102
199002
198901
198801
198701
198601

Common questions

What is the best year for the Collins Bantam?

By complaint volume, 2011 has the cleanest NHTSA record among Bantam years with enough data to compare.

How many recalls does the Collins Bantam have?

Across all model years, the Bantam has 23 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 3 consumer complaints on file.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.