Check a VIN

1990-1991 Thomas Bus and Thomas School Bus recall: fuel pump

Thomas Built Buses, Inc. reported this safety recall on October 1, 1991. It covers about 407 vehicles.

vehicles affected
407
reported
Oct 1, 1991
owners notified
Sep 26, 1991

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump

What is wrong
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.
Risk
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.
Remedy
Where necessary, replace the solenoid spring, adjust solenoid, replace wires, and verify maximum power requirements to the solenoid.

Recall number 91V169000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 91V169000

Is there a recall on the 1990-1991 Thomas Bus and Thomas School Bus fuel pump?

Yes. Recall 91V169000, reported on October 1, 1991, covers about 407 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 91V169000?

Where necessary, replace the solenoid spring, adjust solenoid, replace wires, and verify maximum power requirements to the solenoid.

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.

VIN decoder

See the problems and recalls for an exact car

Buying a used Thomas Bus?

Check the exact car before you pay: accidents, salvage or flood titles, odometer readings and previous owners.

Check its history