Thomas Minotour 1993

Model Minotour made in 1993 by Thomas got 7 recalls. There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline, seat belts and structure.

Model 1993

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY
96V162000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 08/01/1992 to 06/30/1996V (Vehicle)51701/06/1997OVSCTHOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC.10/01/199604/11/1997571301
Defect SummaryVehicle description: school buses built on gm p3 cutaway chassis. the school bus, when tested in accordance with fmvss no. 301, exceeded the allowable fuel spillage as specified by the standard. the fuel tank was punctured as a result of the impact of the moving barrier.
Consequence SummaryIf a vehicle crash were to occur, fuel leakage could result. if an ignition source were present, this condition could result in a vehicle fire.
Corrective SummaryGeneral motors is working in conjunction with carpenter, thomas built and u.s. bus in providing the owner notification and remedy campaign for this recall. dealers will install new shielding for the fuel tank, new fill pipe and vent hoses, and if required, add additional attachments to secure the school bus body to the chassis.
NotesOwner notification began january 6, 1997. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact general motors at 1-800-462-8782.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
96V162002THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC.from 08/01/1992 to 06/30/1996V (Vehicle)400OVSCTHOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC.09/12/199609/18/1996571301
Defect SummaryVehicle description: school buses built on gm p3 cutaway chassis. the school bus, when tested in accordance with fmvss no. 301, exceeded the allowable fuel spillage as specified by the standard. the fuel tank was punctured as a result of the impact of the moving barrier.
Consequence SummaryIf a vehicle crash were to occur, fuel leakage could result. if an ignition source were present, this condition could result in a vehicle fire.
Corrective SummaryGeneral motors is working in conjunction with thomas built in providing the owner notification and remedy campaign for this recall. dealers will add new shielding for the fuel tank, new fill pipe and vent hoses; and, if required, add additional attachments to secure the school bus body to the chassis.
NotesOwner notification:owner notification is expected to begin during september 1996.note:owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact thomas built at 1-910-889-4871 or general motors at 1-800-462-8782.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - ANCHORAGE
99V266000THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC.from 11/01/1993 to 07/31/1996V (Vehicle)10605/26/2000MFRTHOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC.09/07/199910/18/1999571210
Defect SummaryVehicle description: school buses built on chevrolet chassis with a corrugated steel floor and and equipped with 45 wide restraining passenger seats. the 45 wide restraining passenger seat fails to comply with the performance requirements of fmvss no. 210, seat belt assembly anchorages.
Consequence SummaryIn the event of a crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained.
Corrective SummaryDealers will install two additional anchorage points connecting the seat to the floor.
NotesOwner notification began may 26, 2000. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact thomas built at 1-336-889-4871.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
94V059000THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC.from 11/01/1993 to 03/01/1994V (Vehicle)10908/29/1994MFRTHOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC.04/04/199404/13/1994571210
Defect SummarySafety belt anchorages do not comply with the strength requirements of fmvss no. 210, seat belt assembly anchorages.
Consequence SummaryThe seat occupant would suffer increased risk of injury the safety belt anchorage failed in a sudden stop or accident.
Corrective SummaryDealers will repair these safety belt anchorages.
NotesSystem: interior system; restraint; belt anchor and attachments; fmvss 210.vehicle description: school buses built on gm chassis.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and free of charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, please 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.
STRUCTURE - BODY
97V117000THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC.from 04/01/1977 to 07/01/1996V (Vehicle)818710/06/1997MFRTHOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC.07/25/199707/30/1997
Defect SummaryVehicle description: school buses equipped with manually operated outward opening entrance doors. an item worn by a child, such as a long drawstring, sash, or backpack/bookbag accessory, can becomecaught in the area between the service door and the door control rod attaching bracket.
Consequence SummaryIf an item worn by a child were to catch on this area, and the driver were to close the door and put the vehicle in motion, this can result in in serious injury or death.
Corrective SummaryThese buses were originally included in recall campaign 96v-139. however, the repair did not eliminate the potential snagging point between the service door and the door control rod attaching bracket. therefore, owners are being renotified to inspect the orientation of the door control. if the door control does not match the orientation described in the renotification letter, the owner will be instructed to remove the existing control and the original recall repair part, reoirient the door control, and reinstall the recall repair part.
NotesOwner notification began october 6, 1997.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy 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.
96V139000THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC.from 04/01/1977 to 07/01/1996V (Vehicle)12037110/08/1996MFRTHOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC.07/23/199607/24/1996
Defect SummaryAn item worn by a child, such as a long drawstring, sash, or backpack/bookbag accessory, can become caught in the area between the service door and the door control rod attaching bracket.
Consequence SummaryIf an item worn by a child were to catch on this area, and the driver were to close the door and put the vehicle in motion, this can result in serious injury or death.
Corrective SummaryA molded cover will be installed between the manually operated outward opening entrance door and the door control rod attaching bracket which will eliminate the opening that could allow an item of a child's clothing to become snagged.
NotesSystem: structure; body; handrails. vehicle description: school buses equipped with manually operated outward opening service doors. note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy 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.