Thomas Built Buses, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #97V133000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 97V133000 by Thomas Built Buses, Inc.. Includes 8,107 affected units, THOMAS BUILT/BATTERY CABLE ROUTING, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: school and transit buses equipped with in-line six engine,"s" type frame rails and side mounted battery box. the battery cable routing allows the positive cable to chafe resulting in a possible short circuit of the cable.

Corrective Action

Thomas built will provide owners with repair parts and detailed repair procedures to secure the cable to prevent further damage. If the owner so desires, thomas built will perform the repair for them.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 97V133000

Manufacturer: Thomas Built Buses, Inc.

Report Received Date: 1997-08-22T00:00:00

Subject: Thomas built/battery cable routing

Component: Electrical System

Potentially Affected Units: 8,107

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Vehicle description: school and transit buses equipped with in-line six engine,"s" type frame rails and side mounted battery box. the battery cable routing allows the positive cable to chafe resulting in a possible short circuit of the cable.

Consequence Summary: If an electrical short occurs, it can cause loss of power to the vehicle and a possible vehicle fire.

Corrective Action: Thomas built will provide owners with repair parts and detailed repair procedures to secure the cable to prevent further damage. If the owner so desires, thomas built will perform the repair for them.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 97V133000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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