Thomas Built Buses, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #84V130000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 84V130000 by Thomas Built Buses, Inc.. Includes 1,500 affected units, LIGHTING:SWITCH:BUTTON:RING:TURN SIGNAL LIGHTS, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

The turn signal mechanism in the steering column may break; the broken piece may become jammed in the steering column. While using the turn signal and turning in either direction, the operator may experience either increased steering effort in the turn, or binding in the steering wheel when the wheel is returned to a straight position.

Corrective Action

A replacement switch will be made available to owners; owner has the option to make the repair himself or have it done by a dealer. There will be no charge to the owner for the switch or the repair.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 84V130000

Manufacturer: Thomas Built Buses, Inc.

Report Received Date: 1984-10-16T00:00:00

Subject: Lighting:switch:button:ring:turn signal lights

Component: Exterior Lighting

Potentially Affected Units: 1,500

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: The turn signal mechanism in the steering column may break; the broken piece may become jammed in the steering column. While using the turn signal and turning in either direction, the operator may experience either increased steering effort in the turn, or binding in the steering wheel when the wheel is returned to a straight position.

Consequence Summary: N/A

Corrective Action: A replacement switch will be made available to owners; owner has the option to make the repair himself or have it done by a dealer. There will be no charge to the owner for the switch or the repair.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-mef9_nj2n.k2u2

NHTSA ID: 84V130000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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