2016 Collins De500 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2016 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.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

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Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2016 compare to other De500 years?

De500 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2016 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2016 Collins De500 have recalls?

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

19V211000SeatsMarch 19, 2019 · 3,787 units

Defect

Collins Bus Corporation (Collins Bus) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Midbus DH500, DH516, DH400, DE416, DE500, DE516, TH400, SH416, and SH400 school buses equipped with HSM 39-INCH FB11 restraining barriers. In a hard braking situation or vehicle crash event, the barrier may not properly restrain an unbelted seat occupant. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 222, "School Bus Passenger Seating and Crash Protection."

Consequence

Failure to properly restrain an unbelted seat occupant can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Collins will notify owners, and HSM dealers will reinforce the barrier frame, free of charge. The recall began April 12, 2019. Owners may contact Collins customer service at 1-800-533-1850, extension 424. Collins' number for this recall is 19E-010.

2016 Collins De500 — common questions

Is the 2016 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 2016 Collins De500 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2016 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 2016 compare to other De500 years?

Does the 2016 Collins De500 have recalls?

2016 Collins De500 — common questions

Is the 2016 Collins De500 reliable?

Does the 2016 Collins De500 have recalls?

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