Thomas Built Buses, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #96V065000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 96V065000 by Thomas Built Buses, Inc.. Includes 37,717 affected units, THOMAS BUILT/STRUCTURE:BODY:GRAB BAR, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

The fasteners used to secure the mounting foot of either forward or rearward handrails could be installed in such a manner as to allow the possibility that the nut used in nhtsa's handrail inspection procedure will catch between the fasteners.

Corrective Action

Replace or reposition the handrails to stop clothing from becoming caught.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 96V065000

Manufacturer: Thomas Built Buses, Inc.

Report Received Date: 1996-04-15T00:00:00

Subject: Thomas built/structure:body:grab bar

Component: Structure

Potentially Affected Units: 37,717

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: The fasteners used to secure the mounting foot of either forward or rearward handrails could be installed in such a manner as to allow the possibility that the nut used in nhtsa's handrail inspection procedure will catch between the fasteners.

Consequence Summary: A passenger's clothing could become caught in the handrail, 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 inserious injury or death.

Corrective Action: Replace or reposition the handrails to stop clothing from becoming caught.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-ft4w-mqgy_d8kr

NHTSA ID: 96V065000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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