1997 Thomas Er Model recalls
There are 2 safety recalls on record for the 1997 Thomas Er Model, covering 1,153 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
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Steering: steering wheel/handle bar
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: school and transit buses. If debris becomes trapped between the plastic cup, which seals the opening where the steering column comes through the bus floor and the steering knuckle, the steering linkage can bind.
- Risk
- Binding of the steering linkage could cause the driver to over steer the vehicle, possibly resulting in loss of control of the vehicle or a crash.
- Remedy
- Owners are requested to remove the plastic seal which will leave an opening between the vehicle floor and the steering column. Thomas built is in the process of designing a proper seal for that area, and this seal will be sent to owners for installation.
Recall number 97V177000 · Recall details
Steering: hydraulic power assist: pump
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: transit buses. A burr on the spool bore of the steering gear pumps can result in the loss of oil flow.
- Risk
- This condition can cause loss of power steering assist and/or overheating the engine.
- Remedy
- Thomas built is requesting owners to inspect the date code on the steering gear pump. If the pump is stamped with a date code prior to 6/1/97 and does not have an "l" or an "rl" stamped on the identification tag, the owner will be instructed to replace the pump. Owners will be shipped a replacement pump and detailed repair instructions. If the owner so desires, thomas built can do the inspection and repair on these buses.
Recall number 97V154000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1997 Thomas Er Model recalls
How do I check if my 1997 Thomas Er Model 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 1997 Thomas Er Model have?
2, covering steering.
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