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1995-1997 Thomas Conventional, Thomas MVP and others recall: seats

Thomas Built Buses, Inc. reported this safety recall on November 1, 1997. It covers about 2,391 vehicles.

vehicles affected
2,391
reported
Nov 1, 1997
owners notified
Mar 8, 1999

Seats

What is wrong
Vehicle description: school buses. The flip seats installed on these buses do not meet the rearward push requirements of fmvss no. 222, "school bus passenger seating and crash protection."
Risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, the seat occupant may not be properly protected increasing the risk of personal injury.
Remedy
Owners will be provided with repair parts and a detailed repair procedure. If an owner so desires, thomas built will perform the repair for them.

Recall number 97V192000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 97V192000

Is there a recall on the 1995-1997 Thomas Conventional, Thomas MVP and others seats?

Yes. Recall 97V192000, reported on November 1, 1997, covers about 2,391 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 97V192000?

Owners will be provided with repair parts and a detailed repair procedure. If an owner so desires, thomas built will perform the repair for them.

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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