2010 Collins Mid Bus Guide problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2010 Collins Mid Bus Guide — 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

Investigations

Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

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NCAP overall

Does the 2010 Collins Mid Bus Guide have recalls?

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

13V469000Electrical SystemSeptember 25, 2013 · 251 units

Defect

Collins Bus Corporation (Collins) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Bantam, Super Bantam, Grand Bantam, Mid Bus Guide, Super Guide, and Grand Guide school buses manufactured September 2009 through April 2010, and equipped with A&M Systems-brand electric door actuators. Voltage spikes may damage electrical components and electrical circuits, causing the circuit board to develop high resistance.

Consequence

High resistance may cause the board to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Collins will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the circuit board free of charge. The recall began on December 4, 2013. Owners may contact Collins at 1-800-533-1850.

2010 Collins Mid Bus Guide — common questions

Is the 2010 Collins Mid Bus Guide 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 2010 Collins Mid Bus Guide have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2010 Collins Mid Bus Guide. 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.

Does the 2010 Collins Mid Bus Guide have recalls?

2010 Collins Mid Bus Guide — common questions

Is the 2010 Collins Mid Bus Guide reliable?

Does the 2010 Collins Mid Bus Guide have recalls?

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