Thomas Citiliner 1991

Model Citiliner made in 1991 by Thomas got 2 recalls. There were some recalls concerningelectrical system, visibility.

Model 1991

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY - CABLES
97V133000THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC.from 08/01/1988 to 06/12/1997V (Vehicle)810710/24/1997MFRTHOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC.08/22/199708/29/1997
Defect SummaryVehicle description: school and transit buses equipped with in-line six engine,s type frame rails and side mounted battery box. the battery cable routing allows the positive cable to chafe resulting in a possible short circuit of the cable.
Consequence SummaryIf an electrical short occurs, it can cause loss of power to the vehicle and a possible vehicle fire.
Corrective SummaryThomas built will provide owners with repair parts and detailed repair procedures to secure the cable to prevent further damage. if the owner so desires, thomas built will perform the repair for them.
NotesOwner notification began october 24, 1997. owners who do not receive the free repair parts and detailed repair procedure within a reasonable time should contact thomas built at 1-910-889-4871.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
VISIBILITY - GLASS, SIDE/REAR
93V013000THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC. V (Vehicle)2457008/13/1993MFRTHOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC.01/01/199302/05/1993571217
Defect SummaryThe current production stationary window assemblies allow the glass to disengage from the rubber and/or frame.
Consequence SummaryThe windows do not comply with fmvss 217, bus windowretention and release.
Corrective SummaryInstall two retaining clips at each non-complying window.
NotesSystem: visual systems; fmvss 217.vehicle description: buses and school buses.