1990 Thomas MVP recalls
There are 3 safety recalls on record for the 1990 Thomas MVP, covering 153,048 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
Structure: body
- What is wrong
- An item worn by a child, such as a long drawstring, sash, or backpack/bookbag accessory, can become caught in the area between the service door and the door control rod attaching bracket.
- Risk
- If an item worn by a child were to catch on this area, and the driver were to close the door and put the vehicle in motion, this can result in serious injury or death.
- Remedy
- A molded cover will be installed between the manually operated outward opening entrance door and the door control rod attaching bracket which will eliminate the opening that could allow an item of a child's clothing to become snagged.
Recall number 96V139000 · 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 1990 Thomas MVP recalls
How do I check if my 1990 Thomas MVP 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 1990 Thomas MVP have?
3, covering electrical system, structure and visibility.
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