Recalls for 1990 Thomas Bus

DEFECT #1 - SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE

Posted on: 1991-04-16
Description
Driver's safety belt is too short to meet length requirements of fmvss 209.

Consequence
Short safety belts would discourage driver from usingthem.  Seat occupant not using safety belt would not have adequate protection incase of a sudden stop or accident.

Corrective Action
Replace the belt assembly with a compliant version.

Notes
System: safety belts; fmvss 209.vehicle description: school buses and transit buses; body type b, c, and d.

DEFECT #2 - VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR

Posted on: 1992-02-10
Description
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
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 Action
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.

DEFECT #3 - STEERING:LINKAGES:LINK:DRAG:CONNECTION

Posted on: 1991-09-26
Description
The steering linkage (drag link) between the steering gear pitman arm and the steering arm on the axle may have been improperly fastened.

Consequence
The drag link could become disconnected at either endwhich results in loss of steering control and the potential for an accident.

Corrective Action
Install correct pins and properly tighten the castellated nuts.

Notes
System: steering.vehicle description: buses, school buses.

DEFECT #4 - POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

Posted on: 1992-08-28
Description
The driveshaft used with some engine/transmission combinations had insufficient welds joining some of the components.

Consequence
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 Action
Replace defective north american driveshafts with spicer driveshafts.

Notes
System: powertrain.vehicle description: school buses equipped with north american driveshafts.

DEFECT #5 - VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR

Posted on: 1991-01-16
Description
Release handle for rear push out window is not located in area required by s5.2.3.1(b) of fmvss 217.

Consequence
Buses would not comply with standards; in an emergency,exit from the push-out window could be hampered.

Corrective Action
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.

DEFECT #6 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Posted on: 1991-10-04
Description
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
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 Action
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.

DEFECT #7 - SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE

Posted on: 1990-02-22
Description
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
Belts may be uncomfortable and obstruct vision to the left; buses would not comply with standard.

Corrective Action
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.