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1999-2000 Thomas Conventional and Thomas Vista recall: seats

Thomas Built Buses, Inc. reported this safety recall on November 17, 2000. It covers about 37 vehicles.

vehicles affected
37
reported
Nov 17, 2000
owners notified
Mar 9, 2001

Seats

What is wrong
Vehicle description: certain school buses equipped with kinedyne l series button track seating, fail to comply with fmvss no. 222, ""school bus passenger seating and crash protection." incorrect fasteners were used to secure the button track to the bus floor.
Risk
In the event of a crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the incorrect fasteners with the correct attachment hardware.

Recall number 00V380000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 00V380000

Is there a recall on the 1999-2000 Thomas Conventional and Thomas Vista seats?

Yes. Recall 00V380000, reported on November 17, 2000, covers about 37 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 00V380000?

Dealers will replace the incorrect fasteners with the correct attachment hardware.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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