Thomas Built Buses, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #85V017000

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 85V017000 by Thomas Built Buses, Inc.. Includes 27 affected units, STRUCTURE:DOOR ASSEMBLY:LATCHES AND LOCKS, component: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

The rack and gear type latch assembly of the emergency doors can be overstressed by misuse of the inside door handle, making the gears subject to failure. consequence of defect: it is possible for these gears to fail when the door is closed, making it impossible to open the emergency door. This could result in passengers being trapped in case of emergency.

Corrective Action

Install complete new latch assemblies with metal gears to replace the nylon material.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 85V017000

Manufacturer: Thomas Built Buses, Inc.

Report Received Date: 1985-02-19T00:00:00

Subject: Structure:door assembly:latches and locks

Component: Latches/locks/linkages

Potentially Affected Units: 27

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: The rack and gear type latch assembly of the emergency doors can be overstressed by misuse of the inside door handle, making the gears subject to failure. consequence of defect: it is possible for these gears to fail when the door is closed, making it impossible to open the emergency door. This could result in passengers being trapped in case of emergency.

Consequence Summary: N/A

Corrective Action: Install complete new latch assemblies with metal gears to replace the nylon material.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-kz5j-f4cq-bzkt

NHTSA ID: 85V017000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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