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2002 Thomas Bus problems

The most common problem on the 2002 Thomas Bus is transmission and drivetrain. It has fewer complaints than a typical Bus model year.

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Owner complaints
1
Recalls
0
Service bulletins
1
Worst area
Transmission

The worst 2002 Thomas Bus problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Transmission
    1

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  • Transmission
    1

Recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

Defect investigations

School bus lighting failuresOpened June 9, 2004, closed December 20, 2004

See attached four page technical report for details.

EA04014

Headlight switch failuresOpened February 2, 2004, closed June 9, 2004

Odi has received several failed switches that show signs of melting or damage from over- heating.the switch supplier has initiated a test program to determine the cause of these failures.odi is concerned about the presence of a heat source that potentially could lead to an electrical fire, as well as the absence of necessary vehicle lighting.odi will continue its investigation to verify the extent of the problem represented by the reported failures and evaluate the associated risks.

PE04012

Technical service bulletins for the 2002 Thomas Bus 1

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

What 2002 Thomas Bus owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Feb 26, 2002 · Transmission · AR

No summary listed for above vehicle.

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Is the 2002 Thomas Bus reliable?

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2002 Thomas Bus, fewer than a typical Bus model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2002 Thomas Bus?

Transmission and drivetrain, with 1 complaint.

How many recalls does the 2002 Thomas Bus have?

No recalls on record.

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