Thomas Citiliner recalls
There are 4 safety recalls on record for the Thomas Citiliner, covering 34,170 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
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Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: school and transit buses equipped with in-line six engine,"s" type frame rails and side mounted battery box. The battery cable routing allows the positive cable to chafe resulting in a possible short circuit of the cable.
- Risk
- If an electrical short occurs, it can cause loss of power to the vehicle and a possible vehicle fire.
- Remedy
- Thomas built will provide owners with repair parts and detailed repair procedures to secure the cable to prevent further damage. If the owner so desires, thomas built will perform the repair for them.
Recall number 97V133000 · Recall details
Power train: automatic transmission: gear position indication (PRNDL)
- What is wrong
- The automatic transmission will not shift into low gear due to a misalignment in the prndl indicator.
- Risk
- Prndl misalignment can cause the driver to be unawareof the gear position increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers will correct the misalignment of the automatic transmission.
Recall number 95V148000 · Recall details
Electrical system: wiring
- What is wrong
- A power connector in the main wiring harness can become corroded causing loss of power.
- Risk
- This condition can result in a total loss of power to the bus, immobilizing the bus, disable the lights, and increase the potential for an accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace and seal the connectors.
Recall number 95V006000 · Recall details
Visibility: glass, side/rear
- What is wrong
- The current production stationary window assemblies allow the glass to disengage from the rubber and/or frame.
- Risk
- The windows do not comply with fmvss 217, "bus windowretention and release."
- Remedy
- Install two retaining clips at each non-complying window.
Recall number 93V013000 · Recall details
Questions about the Thomas Citiliner recalls
How do I check if my Thomas Citiliner has an open recall?
Enter your VIN in the VIN decoder on this page to see the recalls for your exact model and year, then confirm with any dealer of the brand or the manufacturer, who can tell you whether the repair was already done on your car.
Do I have to pay for a recall repair?
No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.
How many recalls does the Thomas Citiliner have?
4, covering electrical system, power train and visibility.
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