Thomas Built Buses, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #82V050000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 82V050000 by Thomas Built Buses, Inc.. Includes 185 affected units, SUSPENSION:I-BEAM:SOLID:FRONT LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

The gross axle weight rating listed on the certification plate for the front springs is incorrect. Some vehicles have front springs rated at 2950 lbs. And passenger capacity at greater than 15 passengers. This combination may result in the front springs being overloaded by 150 lbs. When these vehicles are loaded to maximun capacity.

Corrective Action

Dealer will replace the front springs with 3100 lb. Front springs at no cost to owner.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 82V050000

Manufacturer: Thomas Built Buses, Inc.

Report Received Date: 1982-05-08T00:00:00

Subject: Suspension:i-beam:solid:front leaf spring assembly

Component: Suspension

Potentially Affected Units: 185

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: The gross axle weight rating listed on the certification plate for the front springs is incorrect. Some vehicles have front springs rated at 2950 lbs. And passenger capacity at greater than 15 passengers. This combination may result in the front springs being overloaded by 150 lbs. When these vehicles are loaded to maximun capacity.

Consequence Summary: N/A

Corrective Action: Dealer will replace the front springs with 3100 lb. Front springs at no cost to owner.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-947k~awdn-yiy2

NHTSA ID: 82V050000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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