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1997-1998 Thomas Minotour recall: mounting

Thomas Built Buses, Inc. reported this safety recall on July 2, 1999. It covers about 274 vehicles.

vehicles affected
274
reported
Jul 2, 1999
owners notified
Sep 10, 1999

Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: mounting

What is wrong
Vehicle description: school and transit buses built on general motors chassis. To install the new aluminum minotour body, two fuel tank strap fasteners were loosened. Re-tightening these fasteners can result in loss of clamp load, resulting in the fuel tank falling off the vehicle.
Risk
If the fuel tank fell, fuel leakage could occur, increasing the risk of a fire or explosion.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fasteners.

Recall number 99V174000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 99V174000

Is there a recall on the 1997-1998 Thomas Minotour mounting?

Yes. Recall 99V174000, reported on July 2, 1999, covers about 274 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 99V174000?

Dealers will replace the fasteners.

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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