Fuel system: tank assembly Thomas recall

THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC. reported this recall to NHTSA on June 11, 1987. It covers about 616 vehicles across 16 model years listed below. The repair is free.

Check my VIN at NHTSA Affected vehicles

Campaign: 87V090000
Reported: Jun 11, 1987
Vehicles: 616
Area: Fuel system

The problem

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.

The risk

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

The fix

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

Contacts

System: fuel tanks.Vehicle description: rear engine bus or school bus with gvwr greater than10,000 lbs.

What to do

Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
Call a dealer. Any authorized Thomas dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 87V090000.
Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicles covered

Vehicle	Recalls	Grade
1980 Thomas Saf-T-Liner	2	B
1981 Thomas Saf-T-Liner	2	B
1982 Thomas Saf-T-Liner	3	C
1983 Thomas Saf-T-Liner	3	C
1984 Thomas Saf-T-Liner	3	C
1985 Thomas Saf-T-Liner	3	C
1986 Thomas Saf-T-Liner	3	C
1987 Thomas Saf-T-Liner	3	C
1980 Thomas Transit Liner	1	B
1981 Thomas Transit Liner	1	B
1982 Thomas Transit Liner	2	D
1983 Thomas Transit Liner	2	D
1984 Thomas Transit Liner	2	D
1985 Thomas Transit Liner	2	D
1986 Thomas Transit Liner	2	D
1987 Thomas Transit Liner	2	D

Questions

Is the 87V090000 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC.'s dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 87V090000?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 87V090000 announced?

THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC. reported it to NHTSA on June 11, 1987. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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