1994-1999 Thomas MVP recall: labels
Thomas Built Buses, Inc. reported this safety recall on July 2, 1999. It covers about 1,123 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 1,123
- reported
- Jul 2, 1999
- owners notified
- Aug 6, 1999
Equipment: other: labels
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: transit and school buses equipped with cummins isb or caterpillar 3126 engines. A decal that warns of the danger of using ether or other starting fluids in the engine air intake system was omitted. The label should be located on the fixed headlight panel on the front of the bus.
- Risk
- The electrical preheater element could possibly be ignited by starting fluid sprayed into the air intake system, resulting in explosion and possible personal injury to those in and around the bus.
- Remedy
- Owners will be provided with a warning label and installation instructions.
Recall number 99V177000
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 99V177000
Is there a recall on the 1994-1999 Thomas MVP labels?
Yes. Recall 99V177000, reported on July 2, 1999, covers about 1,123 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 99V177000?
Owners will be provided with a warning label and installation instructions.
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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