1992 Thomas Bus Problems: 0 Complaints, 5 Recalls

The worst 1992 Thomas Bus problems

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SeatsReported March 3, 1993 · 188 vehicles affected

What is wrong: The safety belt anchorage bolts do not comply with the requirements of fmvss 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages". The seat anchorages could not maintain load of 5,000 lbs for 10 seconds.
Risk: The safety belts might not adequately protect seatoccupants in the event of a sudden stop or accident.
Remedy: Replace the anchorage bolts with bolts of a larger diameter, which meet the load requirements of fmvss 210.

Recall number 93V029000 · Recall details

SeatsReported September 8, 1992 · 1,526 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Incorrect screws were used to attach the plywood seat back to the seat frame.
Risk: The driver's seat back does not meet the strengthrequirements of fmvss 207, "seating system". Should the seat back fail whilethe bus is in motion, the operator could lose control of the bus.
Remedy: Remove incorrect screws attaching the plywood back to the seat frame and install proper screws.

Recall number 92V126000 · Recall details

Power train: driveline: driveshaftReported August 24, 1992 · 1 vehicles affected

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

Service brakes, air: supply: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsReported May 19, 1992 · 24 vehicles affected

What is wrong: A brake air line plumbing error causes the spring brakes to be applied without brake application when the air pressure in the primary tank drops to a level which automatically activates the spring brake system.
Risk: Activation of the spring brake system without operatorbrake application will cause the spring brake to be applied, locking the brakeswithout any warning to the operator.
Remedy: Replace and reroute air brake hose to comply with fmvss 121.

Recall number 92V078000 · Recall details

Visibility: glass, side/rearReported January 3, 1992 · 7,500 vehicles affected

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

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Is the 1992 Thomas Bus reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 1992 Thomas Bus.

What is the most common problem with the 1992 Thomas Bus?

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How many recalls does the 1992 Thomas Bus have?

5 recalls, covering seats, power train and service brakes, air.

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