Forest River Bus Trans Tech School Bus recalled over injury risk

Recall date

January 16, 2026

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Forest River Bus, LLC recalls 2025–2026 Forest River Bus Trans Tech School Bus

Recall number

26V014000

Brand / firm

Forest River Bus

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 67 units

Why it was recalled

Overloading the rear axle may cause loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Forest River bus, LLC (Forest River Bus) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Trans Tech school buses. The modified seating floor plan may exceed the the rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). As such these vehicles fail to comply with the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 120, "Wheels and Rims - Other Than Passenger Cars."

What to do

Dealers will modify the seating free of charge and provide a refund for lost seating capacity as necessary. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2026. Owners may contact Forest River Bus customer service at 1-800-348-7440. Forest River Bus's number for this recall is 05-2015.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.