4 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - STRUCTURE:BODY
Posted on: 1996-04-22
Description
The fasteners used to secure the mounting foot of either forward or rearward handrails could be installed in such a manner as to allow the possibility that the nut used in nhtsa's handrail inspection procedure will catch between the fasteners.
Consequence
A passenger's clothing could become caught in the handrail, and if the bus driver closes the door and puts the vehicle in motion, the individual is subject to being dragged by the bus. This can result inserious injury or death.
Corrective Action
Replace or reposition the handrails to stop clothing from becoming caught.
Notes
System: equipment; other pieces; handrail at bus entry ways. Vehicle description: school buses. 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.
DEFECT #2 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Posted on: 1994-05-23
Description
A decal warning of the potential danger in using starting fluid to start the engine was omitted.
Consequence
Ignition of the starter fluid by the heating element can result in an explosion causing engine damage and personal injury.
Corrective Action
Customers will be sent warning decals and installation instructions.
Notes
System: equipment; other labels.vehicle description: transit and school buses equipped with caterpillar 3116 engine or hercules cng engine that utilize and electrical preheating element.note: if you do not receive the warning decals or the warning decals do not correct the defect, please call thomas built service center at 1-910-889-4871.also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
DEFECT #3 - VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
Posted on: 1993-02-05
Description
The current production stationary window assemblies allow the glass to disengage from the rubber and/or frame.
Consequence
The windows do not comply with fmvss 217, bus windowretention and release.
Corrective Action
Install two retaining clips at each non-complying window.
Notes
System: visual systems; fmvss 217.vehicle description: buses and school buses.
DEFECT #4 - STRUCTURE:BODY
Posted on: 1996-05-09
Description
The door hinges were not shielded and can snag exiting children's clothing or accessories.
Consequence
When a passenger's clothing becomes caught in the handrail, and the bus driver closes the door and puts the vehicle in motion, the individual is subject to being dragged by the bus. This can result in serious injury or death.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install hinge pads to prevent the snagging of passenger's clothing.
Notes
System: equipment; handrails at bus entryways. Vehicle description: school buses equipped with jack-knife service doors and not equipped with hinge protector pad. 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.