1992-1996 Thomas School Bus recall: body
Thomas Built Buses, Inc. reported this safety recall on April 15, 1996. It covers about 37,717 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 37,717
- reported
- Apr 15, 1996
- owners notified
- Jun 12, 1996
- related complaints
- 1
Structure: body
- What is wrong
- 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 the federal safety agency's handrail inspection procedure will catch between the fasteners.
- Risk
- 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.
- Remedy
- Replace or reposition the handrails to stop clothing from becoming caught.
Recall number 96V065000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about body problems.
Questions about recall 96V065000
Is there a recall on the 1992-1996 Thomas School Bus body?
Yes. Recall 96V065000, reported on April 15, 1996, covers about 37,717 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 96V065000?
Replace or reposition the handrails to stop clothing from becoming caught.
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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