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Thomas TL960 recalls

There are 3 safety recalls on record for the Thomas TL960, covering 10,862 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

Thomas TL960 recalls by model year

2000 11999 11998 21997 31996 3

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Vehicle speed controlReported July 10, 2003 · 62 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain trucks and buses equipped with cummins electronic control modules on the c8.3g and l10g engines, the ECM does not have the ability to detect a throttle fail-safe engine shutdown command. This could result in an unanticipated, uncommanded open throttle condition without warning.
Risk
If this event occurs, the vehicle operator will not have control of the engine speed, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Cummins will notify the customers and replace the ECM. Owners should contact cummins at 1‑800‑343‑7357 or freightliner at 1‑503‑745‑5219.

Recall number 03V246000 · Recall details

SeatsReported November 3, 2000 · 6,500 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: certain school buses and transit buses equipped with national seating's series 93b-sb driver seat. A bracket attaching the gas spring shock to the height adjuster of the seat can deform and break. This bracket is located at the top of the height adjuster.
Risk
If the bracket is not replaced after deforming, and is allowed to break, its breaking will result in a sudden drop of the driver's seat, increasing the risk of loss of control of the vehicle and a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the seat base and add reinforcement to the seat assembly

Recall number 00V362000 · Recall details

SeatsReported September 17, 1998 · 4,300 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: school and transit buses equipped with national seating series 93b-sb driver seat. A bracket attaching to the height adjusting shock absorber on the driver's seat can deform and break.
Risk
This condition can result in a sudden drop of the driver's seat, increasing the risk of loss of control of the vehicle and a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will add a reinforcement to the bracket, or if the bracket is deformed and/or broken, the entire seat base will be replaced.

Recall number 98V229000 · Recall details

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How many recalls does the Thomas TL960 have?

3, covering vehicle speed control and seats.

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