Thomas Built Buses, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #96V105000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 96V105000 by Thomas Built Buses, Inc.. Includes 6,358 affected units, THOMAS BUILT/STRUCTURE:BODY:GRAB BAR, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

An item worn by a child, such as a long drawstring, sash, or backpack/bookbag accessory can become caught in a small opening at the floor level of the forward door post.

Corrective Action

A filler plate will be attached on thomas conventionals or a piece of rubber trim on thomas vistas to the forward door post at the floor level to cover the opening and eliminate the possibility of snagging.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 96V105000

Manufacturer: Thomas Built Buses, Inc.

Report Received Date: 1996-06-17T00:00:00

Subject: Thomas built/structure:body:grab bar

Component: Structure

Potentially Affected Units: 6,358

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: An item worn by a child, such as a long drawstring, sash, or backpack/bookbag accessory can become caught in a small opening at the floor level of the forward door post.

Consequence Summary: A passenger's clothing could become caught in the small opening 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 in serious injury or death.

Corrective Action: A filler plate will be attached on thomas conventionals or a piece of rubber trim on thomas vistas to the forward door post at the floor level to cover the opening and eliminate the possibility of snagging.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-cem2.vrkm-z6dw

NHTSA ID: 96V105000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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