1997 Thomas Saf-T-Liner Problems: 0 Complaints, 3 Recalls

The worst 1997 Thomas Saf-T-Liner problems

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SeatsReported November 1, 1997 · 2,391 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: school buses. The flip seats installed on these buses do not meet the rearward push requirements of fmvss no. 222, "school bus passenger seating and crash protection."
Risk: In the event of a vehicle crash, the seat occupant may not be properly protected increasing the risk of personal injury.
Remedy: Owners will be provided with repair parts and a detailed repair procedure. If an owner so desires, thomas built will perform the repair for them.

Recall number 97V192000 · Recall details

Steering: steering wheel/handle barReported October 20, 1997 · 953 vehicles affected

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

Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cablesReported August 22, 1997 · 8,107 vehicles affected

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

Is the 1997 Thomas Saf-T-Liner reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 1997 Thomas Saf-T-Liner.

What is the most common problem with the 1997 Thomas Saf-T-Liner?

There are not enough complaints to tell.

How many recalls does the 1997 Thomas Saf-T-Liner have?

3 recalls, covering seats, steering and electrical system.

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