1999 Collins Bantam Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 1999 Collins Bantam has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Tires (1 report).

3Recalls
2Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Bantam?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1999 Collins Bantam recalls

Visibility:Rearview Mirrors/Devices:Exterior

Recall 00V191Jul 13, 2000286 vehicles affected

Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage

Recall 99V308Nov 2, 199938 vehicles affected

Seats

Recall 98V328Dec 22, 199811 vehicles affected

Most common 1999 Collins Bantam problems

Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Tires1
Visibility1

What owners report

2004-11-11, Visibility
VIN: [XXX]. DATE: 10NOV04. VEHICLE: 1999 JEEP WRANGLER SAHARA. PROBLEM: WHEN I REMOVED THE WINDSHIELD FRAME TO REPAIR A CRACKED WINDSHIELD I DISCOVERED THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE WINDSHIELD FRAME MOUNTING BRACKET WAS NOT PROPERLY MOUNTED/WELDED/SEALED IN PLACE LIKE THE DRIVER'S SIDE ONE WAS. THE BRACKET FELL BACK INSIDE THE WINDSHIELD FRAME AND IS NOW IRREPARABLE. I CALLED CHRYSLER TWICE TO COMPLAIN AND REMEDY THE SITUATION AT 800-992-1997, BUT BOTH KATHY AND ROBERT REFUSED TO HELP ME THEN HUNG UP ON ME, WHEN I ASKED TO SPEAK TO A SUPERVISOR. *JB UPDATED 07/24/2012 *JS INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
2002-11-13, Tires
CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING ON THE FREEWAY WHEN THE RIGHT TIRE EXPLODED. ONCE AGAIN CONSUMER WAS IN MOTION AND THE RIGHT TIRE EXPLODED. BOTH OF THE TIRES WERE GOODYEAR MARATHON RADIALS. CONSUMER PURCHASED TWO NEW CARLYLE TIRES AND SHORTLY AFTER THE LEFT TIRE BLEW UP. CONSUMER FEELS THE TIRES RECOMMENDED FOR THIS VEHICLE, ARE NOT CAPABLE OF HOLDING THE WEIGHT. CONSUMER REQUESTS ASSISTANCE TO DETERMINE A WORKABLE SOLUTION TO THIS PROBLEM. *JG

1999 Collins Bantam questions

Does the 1999 Collins Bantam have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 1999 Collins Bantam: Visibility:Rearview Mirrors/Devices:Exterior; Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage; Seats. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1999 Collins Bantam?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Tires (1), Visibility (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1999 Collins Bantam has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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