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Safety recall · 89V192000

Seats: recliner Thomas recall

THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC. reported this recall to NHTSA on November 6, 1989. It covers about 561 vehicles across 2 model years listed below. The repair is free.

Check my VIN at NHTSAAffected vehicles
Campaign
89V192000
Reported
Nov 6, 1989
Vehicles
561
Area
Seats & seat belts

The problem

The adjustable seat back structure and tilt mechanism may not withstand rearward force required by fmvss 207.

The risk

Buses are not in compliance with fmvss 207; seatbackcould fail in an accident increasing potential for injury to occupant.

The fix

Install new seat back structure and tilt mechanism assembly that complies with standard.

Contacts

System: seat back / fmvss 207vehicle description: buses and school buses.

What to do

  1. 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.
  2. Call a dealer. Any authorized Thomas dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 89V192000.
  3. Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
  4. Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicles covered

VehicleComplaintsRecallsGrade
1989 Thomas Bus06F
1989 Thomas School Bus09F

Questions

Is the 89V192000 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 89V192000?

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 89V192000 announced?

THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC. reported it to NHTSA on November 6, 1989. 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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