5 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DRUM:CHAMBER
Posted on: 1997-03-14
Description
Contact between the brake chamber and the suspension beam can result in damage to the brake chamber clamp band.
Consequence
If the damage to the clamp band resulted in band breakage, the chamber could come apart resulting in loss of the service brakes. The emergency brakes would automatically apply.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the brake chamber for signs of contact. If contact is indicated, the brake cam shaft and chamber support bracket will be replaced, eliminating the possibility of contact between the brake chamber and the suspension beam.
Notes
Owner notification began during april 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.
DEFECT #2 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DRUM:CHAMBER
Posted on: 1996-02-01
Description
Contact between the brake chamber and the suspension beam can result in damage to the brake chamber clamp band.
Consequence
If the damage to the clamp band resulted in band breakage, the chamber could come apart resulting in loss of the service brakes. The emergency brakes would automatically apply.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the brake chamber for sign of contact. If contact is indicated, the brake cam shaft and chamber support bracket will be replaced, eliminating the possiblity of contact between the brake chamber and the suspension beam.
Notes
This recall campaign has been superseded by campaign 97v030000.system: brakes; air; drum and shoe systems; chamber; brake. Vehicle description: school and transit buses, 66-90 passenger, type d, rear engine equipped with 10 brakes and neway air suspension. 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 1-800-424-9393.1-800-424-9393.
DEFECT #3 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY:CABLES
Posted on: 1997-08-29
Description
Vehicle description: school and transit buses equipped with in-line six engine,s type frame rails and side mounted battery box. The battery cable routing allows the positive cable to chafe resulting in a possible short circuit of the cable.
Consequence
If an electrical short occurs, it can cause loss of power to the vehicle and a possible vehicle fire.
Corrective Action
Thomas built will provide owners with repair parts and detailed repair procedures to secure the cable to prevent further damage. If the owner so desires, thomas built will perform the repair for them.
Notes
Owner notification began october 24, 1997. Owners who do not receive the free repair parts and detailed repair procedure 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 #4 - STRUCTURE:BODY
Posted on: 1996-07-24
Description
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
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 Action
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.
DEFECT #5 - 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.