- The problem
- An item worn by a child, such as a long drawstring, sash, or backpack/bookbag accessory, can become caught on the fateners that secure the handrail support to the handrail.
- The risk
- If an item worn by a child were to catch on this area, and the driver were to close the door and put the vehicle in motion, this can result in serious injury or death.
- The fix
- The existing 1" bolts that secure the handrail support will be replaced with 1/2" bolts.
Vehicle safety record
1996 Thomas All Star Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1996 Thomas All Star have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in September 1996 for the body.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical All Star year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1996 Thomas All Star recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- An item worn by a child, such as a long drawstring, sash, or backpack/bookbag accessory, can become caught in the area between the service door and the door control rod attaching bracket.
- The risk
- If an item worn by a child were to catch on this area, and the driver were to close the door and put the vehicle in motion, this can result in serious injury or death.
- The fix
- A molded cover will be installed between the manually operated outward opening entrance door and the door control rod attaching bracket which will eliminate the opening that could allow an item of a child's clothing to become snagged.
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Thomas All Star: every year compared
All All Star years1996 Thomas All Star vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 Thomas All Star | 0 | 2 | D | |
| 1996 Thomas School Bus | 2 | 2 | B | Compare |
| 1996 Thomas MVP EF | 1 | 4 | B | Compare |
| 1996 Thomas ER Model | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1996 Thomas Thomas | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1996 Thomas All Star
Does the 1996 Thomas All Star have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 1996 Thomas All Star: body (September 1996); body (July 1996). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 1996 Thomas All Star had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1996 Thomas All Star a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 26 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Thomas All Star year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
What should I do if my 1996 Thomas All Star has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data