Thomas Type D 1992

Model Type D made in 1992 by Thomas got 1 recall. There was one recall concerning steering .

Model 1992

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
STEERING - GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
93V142001THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC.from 06/01/1990 to 08/01/1993V (Vehicle)33609/03/1993MFRTHOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC.10/01/199310/25/1993
Defect SummaryThe cap screws that hold the intermediate steering linkages onto the input and output shafts of the 90 degree steering gear box were improperly torqued, and can separate from the linkage connections. also, the keys were not installed in the keyways of the steering linkage and the steering box shaft.
Consequence SummaryThe cap screw separating from the intermediate linkage/90 degree gear box and the missing keys have the potential for catastrophicfailure of the steering system which may result in an accident.
Corrective SummaryRemove all fasteners connecting the steering gear box input and output shafts to the intermediate linkages and reassemble with new keys, cap screws, washers, and nuts.
NotesSystem: steering; gear box.vehicle description: school bus; front engine diesel chassis; 30,000 pound gvwr.note: thomas built is the only affected original equipment manufacturer and willbe performing the recall.