1992 Thomas Vista Problems: 0 Complaints, 4 Recalls

The worst 1992 Thomas Vista problems

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Structure: bodyReported July 23, 1996 · 120,371 vehicles affected

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

Structure: bodyReported June 17, 1996 · 6,358 vehicles affected

What is wrong: An item worn by a child, such as a long drawstring, sash, or backpack/bookbag accessory can become caught in a small opening at the floor level of the forward door post.
Risk: A passenger's clothing could become caught in the small opening and if the bus driver closes the door and puts the vehicle in motion, the individual is subject to being dragged by the bus. This can result in serious injury or death.
Remedy: A filler plate will be attached on thomas conventionals or a piece of rubber trim on thomas vistas to the forward door post at the floor level to cover the opening and eliminate the possibility of snagging.

Recall number 96V105000 · Recall details

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsReported March 3, 1995 · 804 vehicles affected

What is wrong: The bracket used to support the hydraulic brake line can crack and possibly sever the brake line.
Risk: If the brake line is severed, braking capability will be immediately reduced, increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Remedy: Dealers will reroute the hydraulic brake line.

Recall number 95V041000 · Recall details

Visibility: glass, side/rearReported January 1, 1993 · 24,570 vehicles affected

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

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Is the 1992 Thomas Vista reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 1992 Thomas Vista.

What is the most common problem with the 1992 Thomas Vista?

There are not enough complaints to tell.

How many recalls does the 1992 Thomas Vista have?

4 recalls, covering structure, service brakes, hydraulic and visibility.

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