Thomas Saf-t-liner 1987
Model Saf-t-liner made in 1987 by Thomas got 3 recalls. There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline, service brakes, air and structure.
Model 1987
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 | |||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | ||||||||||||||||
87V090000 | THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC. | from 01/01/1980 to 06/01/1987 | V (Vehicle) | 616 | 06/05/1987 | MFR | THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC. | 06/11/1987 | 06/17/1987 | |||||||
Defect Summary | In a front end collision, dual fuel tanks may slide on the support brackets allowing the fuel crossover pipe end fittings to contact a pipe support and protection guard. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | This contact may break or crack the fittings, resultingin a fuel leak. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Install new fuel line guard, fasteners and, if necessary, a fitting. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | System: fuel tanks.vehicle description: rear engine bus or school bus with gvwr greater than10,000 lbs. | |||||||||||||||
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - SUPPLY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||||
87V174000 | THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC. | from 04/01/1987 to 06/01/1987 | V (Vehicle) | 38 | 11/01/1987 | MFR | THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC. | 11/12/1987 | 11/23/1987 | |||||||
Defect Summary | The reservoir line from the spring brake control valve was connected to the front brake reservoir instead of the rear reservoir. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | This plumbing error affects the manner in which the airbrakes work to stop the bus. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Install new air brake tubing to correct plumbing error. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | System: air brake plumbingvehicle description: transit and school buses with gvwr greater than 10,000 lbsand between the rails fuel tank. | |||||||||||||||
STRUCTURE - BODY | ||||||||||||||||
96V139000 | THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC. | from 04/01/1977 to 07/01/1996 | V (Vehicle) | 120371 | 10/08/1996 | MFR | THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC. | 07/23/1996 | 07/24/1996 | |||||||
Defect Summary | An 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 Summary | If 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 Summary | A 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. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | System: 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. |