Thomas Built Buses, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #97V031000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 97V031000 by Thomas Built Buses, Inc.. Includes 24,082 affected units, THOMAS BUILT/HANDRAILS, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: school buses equipped with outward opening service doors. the possibility exists for 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
Dealers will inspect the forward door post to verify that the opening is completely eliminated, and if necessary, will install sealant in any remaining portion of the opening.
Recall Overview
NHTSA ID: 97V031000
Manufacturer: Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Report Received Date: 1997-03-05T00:00:00
Subject: Thomas built/handrails
Component: Structure
Potentially Affected Units: 24,082
Details
MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Vehicle description: school buses equipped with outward opening service doors. the possibility exists for 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: If an item worn by a child were to catch in the opening, and the driver were to close the door and put the vehicle in motion, it could result in injury or death to the child.
Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect the forward door post to verify that the opening is completely eliminated, and if necessary, will install sealant in any remaining portion of the opening.
Safety Information
Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A
Metadata
SID: row-3bdp-7p64_gcvu
NHTSA ID: 97V031000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
Created Meta: N/A
Updated At: 1742808662
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