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1991-1992 Thomas Bus and Thomas School Bus recall: seats

Thomas Built Buses, Inc. reported this safety recall on September 8, 1992. It covers about 1,526 vehicles.

vehicles affected
1,526
reported
Sep 8, 1992
owners notified
Dec 18, 1992

Seats

What is wrong
Incorrect screws were used to attach the plywood seat back to the seat frame.
Risk
The driver's seat back does not meet the strengthrequirements of fmvss 207, "seating system". Should the seat back fail whilethe bus is in motion, the operator could lose control of the bus.
Remedy
Remove incorrect screws attaching the plywood back to the seat frame and install proper screws.

Recall number 92V126000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 92V126000

Is there a recall on the 1991-1992 Thomas Bus and Thomas School Bus seats?

Yes. Recall 92V126000, reported on September 8, 1992, covers about 1,526 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 92V126000?

Remove incorrect screws attaching the plywood back to the seat frame and install proper screws.

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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