2013 Collins De500 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2013 Collins De500 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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How does 2013 compare to other De500 years?

De500 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2013 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2013 Collins De500 have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

14V452000Fuel SystemJuly 23, 2014 · 374 units

Defect

Collins Bus Corporation (Collins) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 DH500, DH516, DH516WR, DE500, and DE516WR school buses manufactured May 18, 2012, to May 30, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the propane fuel line may rub on the third body mount bolt on the left rear of the frame rail possibly resulting in damage to the propane fuel line.

Consequence

Damage to the fuel line may cause a propane leak which may result in a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, a propane leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.

Remedy

Collins will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and relocate the propane fuel line, free of charge. The recall began Spetember 23, 2014. Owners may contact Collins customer service at 1-800-533-1850.

2013 Collins De500 — common questions

Is the 2013 Collins De500 reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2013 Collins De500 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2013 Collins De500. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

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

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2013 compare to other De500 years?

Does the 2013 Collins De500 have recalls?

2013 Collins De500 — common questions

Is the 2013 Collins De500 reliable?

Does the 2013 Collins De500 have recalls?

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