Thomas Built Buses, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #87V090000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 87V090000 by Thomas Built Buses, Inc.. Includes 616 affected units, FUEL:FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY:TANK, component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

In a front end collision, dual fuel tanks may slide on the support brackets allowing the fuel crossover pipe end fittings to contact a pipe support and protection guard.

Corrective Action

Install new fuel line guard, fasteners and, if necessary, a fitting.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 87V090000

Manufacturer: Thomas Built Buses, Inc.

Report Received Date: 1987-06-11T00:00:00

Subject: Fuel:fuel tank assembly:tank

Component: Fuel System, Gasoline

Potentially Affected Units: 616

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: In a front end collision, dual fuel tanks may slide on the support brackets allowing the fuel crossover pipe end fittings to contact a pipe support and protection guard.

Consequence Summary: This contact may break or crack the fittings, resultingin a fuel leak.

Corrective Action: Install new fuel line guard, fasteners and, if necessary, a fitting.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

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NHTSA ID: 87V090000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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