1997 Thomas Er Model, Thomas MVP and others recall: steering wheel/handle bar

Thomas Built Buses, Inc. reported this safety recall on October 20, 1997. It covers about 953 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 953
reported: Oct 20, 1997
owners notified: Oct 17, 1997

Steering: steering wheel/handle bar

What is wrong: Vehicle description: school and transit buses. If debris becomes trapped between the plastic cup, which seals the opening where the steering column comes through the bus floor and the steering knuckle, the steering linkage can bind.
Risk: Binding of the steering linkage could cause the driver to over steer the vehicle, possibly resulting in loss of control of the vehicle or a crash.
Remedy: Owners are requested to remove the plastic seal which will leave an opening between the vehicle floor and the steering column. Thomas built is in the process of designing a proper seal for that area, and this seal will be sent to owners for installation.

Recall number 97V177000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 97V177000

Is there a recall on the 1997 Thomas Er Model, Thomas MVP and others steering wheel/handle bar?

Yes. Recall 97V177000, reported on October 20, 1997, covers about 953 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 97V177000?

Owners are requested to remove the plastic seal which will leave an opening between the vehicle floor and the steering column. Thomas built is in the process of designing a proper seal for that area, and this seal will be sent to owners for installation.

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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