Recall 12V387 affects 282 2012 Corbeil Sl, De, Dh, and Sh buses for brake-line interference. Repair is free at any franchised Corbeil dealer.
Corbeil is recalling 282 2012 Sl, De, Dh, and Sh school and multi-function school activity buses because a hydraulic service brake line can rub against a body mount near the rear axle. The interference can rupture the brake line, drain brake fluid, and cause brake failure, which increases crash risk; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The hydraulic service brake line is a metal tube that carries pressurized brake fluid to the right rear brake assembly on the 2012 Corbeil Sl, De, Dh, and Sh buses. When the driver presses the brake pedal, that pressure moves through the line and applies the rear brake hardware at the wheel. The line needs a clear path along the frame so it stays protected as the bus moves.
On affected buses, the metal brake line is routed where it interferes with a body mount assembly. The contact point is at the first body mount directly ahead of the rear axle, on the inboard side of the passenger-side frame rail. That interference puts a fixed body mount against a brake line that must stay intact, so rubbing or pressure at that spot can damage the line.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner or technician should treat visible contact, rubbing marks, or damage near that right rear brake line as a reason to stop and have the brake line inspected.
Who's affected?
Covers four school-bus model lines, all tied to the same hydraulic brake hose.
| 2012 Corbeil Sl | hydraulic brake hose |
|---|---|
| 2012 Collins De | hydraulic brake hose |
| 2012 Corbeil De | hydraulic brake hose |
| 2012 Collins Dh | hydraulic brake hose |
| 2012 Corbeil Dh | hydraulic brake hose |
| 2012 Mid-Bus Dh | hydraulic brake hose |
| 2012 Collins Sh | hydraulic brake hose |
| 2012 Mid-Bus Sh | hydraulic brake hose |
| 2012 Collins Sl | hydraulic brake hose |
| 2012 Mid-Bus De | hydraulic brake hose |
| 2012 Corbeil Sh | hydraulic brake hose |
| 2012 Mid-Bus Sl | hydraulic brake hose |
| Units affected | 282 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included.
What's the safety risk?
Brake-line interference can rupture the line, let brake fluid escape, and cause brake failure. That raises crash risk. Schedule the recall repair soon. If braking changes before the appointment, park the bus and call the dealer before another trip. Repair will be free at any franchised Corbeil dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2012 Corbeil Sl, De, Dh, or Sh bus is included in this recall.
- Call Collins at 1-800-533-1850 to confirm the repair path for your bus before arranging service.
- Contact a franchised Corbeil dealer and ask about the free brake-line repair that fixes the rear service brake line interference.
- Bring the owner letter if you have it. If not, reference recall number 12V387 when you call.
- Avoid carrying passengers until the brake-line repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Corbeil technician repairs the bus at no charge under recall 12V387. The source remedy does not name a specific replacement part or procedure. It says dealers will repair the buses free of charge. The issue involves the metal hydraulic service brake line for the right rear service brake assembly interfering with a body mount ahead of the rear axle. Ask the service desk to inspect that brake line and complete the recall repair when the remedy is open for your VIN.
Timeline
| August 6, 2012 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 28, 2012 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 12V387?
Recall 12V387 covers 282 2012 Corbeil Sl, De, Dh, and Sh buses with a hydraulic service brake line that contacts a body mount near the rear axle. That contact can rupture the line, drain brake fluid, and cause brake failure. Dealers will repair the buses for free.
What should I do if my 2012 Corbeil Sl, De, Dh, or Sh is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 12V387. If it is, contact a franchised Corbeil dealer or Collins at 1-800-533-1850 to arrange the brake-line repair. Reference recall number 12V387 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and the recall remedy says dealers will repair the affected buses free of charge. Ask the Corbeil dealer or Collins at 1-800-533-1850 for the recall appointment path.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is loss of braking from a ruptured hydraulic brake line. The line contact can lead to brake-fluid loss and brake failure, increasing crash risk. If your VIN is included, arrange the free dealer repair before putting the bus back into regular service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/12V387000 |
|---|---|
| Corbeil customer service | 1-800-533-1850 |
| NHTSA recall # | 12V387 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 12V387000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →