The worst 1990 Thomas Bus problems
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Recalls 7
Power train: driveline: driveshaft
- What is wrong
- The driveshaft used with some engine/transmission combinations had insufficient welds joining some of the components.
- Risk
- The bad welds can develop cracks that can cause completeseparation of the driveshaft. This can result in loss of motive power for thevehicle and possible loss of vehicle control.
- Remedy
- Replace defective north american driveshafts with spicer driveshafts.
Recall number 92V120000 · Recall details
Visibility: glass, side/rear
- What is wrong
- The center actuator that releases two catches via two pull rods can become non-functional from poor or improper maintenance, lack of lubrication, corrosion, or a combination all three causes.
- Risk
- When the center actuator is non-functional, the windowis very difficult to open, and would not function as an emergency exit in caseof a vehicular accident.
- Remedy
- Remove the old center actuator and install an improved actuator.
Recall number 92V013000 · Recall details
Visibility: glass, side/rear
- What is wrong
- Release handle for rear push out window is not located in area required by s5.2.3.1(b) of fmvss 217.
- Risk
- Buses would not comply with standards; in an emergency,exit from the push-out window could be hampered.
- Remedy
- Install new interior handle assembly to meet specifications.
Recall number 91V006000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- The fuel shut-off solenoid in the cummins 6c engine may be faulty, causing spontaneous interruption of fuel flow to the engine during normal operation. This results in loss of power to driving wheels, power steering, and other power assisted operating systems.
- Risk
- Loss of engine power and secondary loss of power assistedsystems reduces steering control, braking ability, visual systems and otherpower assisted operating systems, resulting in increased risk of vehicleaccident.
- Remedy
- Where necessary, replace the solenoid spring, adjust solenoid, replace wires, and verify maximum power requirements to the solenoid.
Recall number 91V169000 · Recall details
Steering: linkages: drag: link: connection
- What is wrong
- The steering linkage (drag link) between the steering gear pitman arm and the steering arm on the axle may have been improperly fastened.
- Risk
- The drag link could become disconnected at either endwhich results in loss of steering control and the potential for an accident.
- Remedy
- Install correct pins and properly tighten the castellated nuts.
Recall number 91V159000 · Recall details
Seat belts: front: anchorage
- What is wrong
- Driver's safety belt is too short to meet length requirements of fmvss 209.
- Risk
- Short safety belts would discourage driver from usingthem. Seat occupant not using safety belt would not have adequate protection incase of a sudden stop or accident.
- Remedy
- Replace the belt assembly with a compliant version.
Recall number 91V058000 · Recall details
Seat belts: front: anchorage
- What is wrong
- Upper anchorage of type 2 safety belt installed at the driver's seating position is not within the specified range as required by fmvss 210.
- Risk
- Belts may be uncomfortable and obstruct vision to the left; buses would not comply with standard.
- Remedy
- Install reinforcing channel assuring that belts are within specified range.
Recall number 90V025000 · Recall details
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Is the 1990 Thomas Bus reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 1990 Thomas Bus.
What is the most common problem with the 1990 Thomas Bus?
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How many recalls does the 1990 Thomas Bus have?
7 recalls, covering power train, visibility and fuel system, gasoline.
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