Thomas Bus 1988
Model Bus made in 1988 by Thomas got 1 investigation as well as 5 recalls. The car had one investigation (suspension). There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline and power train.
Model 1988
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP | ||||||||||||||||
| 91V169000 | THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC. | from 11/01/1988 to 08/01/1991 | V (Vehicle) | 407 | 09/26/1991 | MFR | THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC. | 10/01/1991 | 10/04/1991 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The fuel shut-off solenoid in the cummins 6c engine may be faulty, causing spontaneous interruption of fuel flow to the engine during normal operation. this results in loss of power to driving wheels, power steering, and other power assisted operating systems. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Loss of engine power and secondary loss of power assistedsystems reduces steering control, braking ability, visual systems and otherpower assisted operating systems, resulting in increased risk of vehicleaccident. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Where necessary, replace the solenoid spring, adjust solenoid, replace wires, and verify maximum power requirements to the solenoid. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: fuel pump.vehicle description: buses and school buses with cummins 6c engines. | |||||||||||||||
| POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE - DRIVESHAFT | ||||||||||||||||
| 92V120000 | THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC. | from 10/01/1988 to 08/01/1992 | V (Vehicle) | 1 | 11/02/1992 | ODI | THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC. | 08/24/1992 | 08/28/1992 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The driveshaft used with some engine/transmission combinations had insufficient welds joining some of the components. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The bad welds can develop cracks that can cause completeseparation of the driveshaft. this can result in loss of motive power for thevehicle and possible loss of vehicle control. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Replace defective north american driveshafts with spicer driveshafts. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: powertrain.vehicle description: school buses equipped with north american driveshafts. | |||||||||||||||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - ANCHORAGE | ||||||||||||||||
| 90V025000 | THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC. | from 08/01/1988 to 03/01/1990 | V (Vehicle) | 48 | 10/24/1990 | MFR | THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC. | 02/09/1990 | 02/22/1990 | 571 | 210 | |||||
| Defect Summary | Upper anchorage of type 2 safety belt installed at the driver's seating position is not within the specified range as required by fmvss 210. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Belts may be uncomfortable and obstruct vision to the left; buses would not comply with standard. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Install reinforcing channel assuring that belts are within specified range. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: safety belt anchorage; fmvss 210.vehicle description: buses and school buses equipped with type 2 drivers belt. | |||||||||||||||
| VISIBILITY - GLASS, SIDE/REAR | ||||||||||||||||
| 92V013000 | THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC. | from 10/01/1980 to 01/01/1992 | V (Vehicle) | 7500 | 10/23/1992 | MFR | THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC. | 01/03/1992 | 02/10/1992 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The center actuator that releases two catches via two pull rods can become non-functional from poor or improper maintenance, lack of lubrication, corrosion, or a combination all three causes. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | When the center actuator is non-functional, the windowis very difficult to open, and would not function as an emergency exit in caseof a vehicular accident. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Remove the old center actuator and install an improved actuator. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: rear push-out window.vehicle description: buses and school buses with rear push-out windows foremergency egress. | |||||||||||||||
| 91V006000 | THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC. | from 02/01/1985 to 10/01/1990 | V (Vehicle) | 2986 | 04/19/1991 | OVSC | THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC. | 10/03/1991 | 01/16/1991 | 571 | 217 | |||||
| Defect Summary | Release handle for rear push out window is not located in area required by s5.2.3.1(b) of fmvss 217. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Buses would not comply with standards; in an emergency,exit from the push-out window could be hampered. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Install new interior handle assembly to meet specifications. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: release handle forpush-out window; fmvss 217.vehicle description: buses and school buses; 24 to 90 passengers. | |||||||||||||||
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUSPENSION | ||||||
| PE92035 | THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC. | 03/30/1992 | 08/20/1992 | AXLE/UNIVER.YOKE FAILURE | 92V120000 | |
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||