- The problem
- The safety belt anchorage bolts do not comply with the requirements of fmvss 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages". The seat anchorages could not maintain load of 5,000 lbs for 10 seconds.
- The risk
- The safety belts might not adequately protect seatoccupants in the event of a sudden stop or accident.
- The fix
- Replace the anchorage bolts with bolts of a larger diameter, which meet the load requirements of fmvss 210.
Vehicle safety record
1991 Thomas Bus Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1991 Thomas Bus have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 6 recalls, the latest in March 1993 for the seats.
NHTSA data checked
FFar more problems than a typical Bus year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 6
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1991 Thomas Bus recalls 6
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
- Incorrect screws were used to attach the plywood seat back to the seat frame.
- The risk
- The driver's seat back does not meet the strengthrequirements of fmvss 207, "seating system". Should the seat back fail whilethe bus is in motion, the operator could lose control of the bus.
- The fix
- Remove incorrect screws attaching the plywood back to the seat frame and install proper screws.
- The problem
- The driveshaft used with some engine/transmission combinations had insufficient welds joining some of the components.
- The risk
- The bad welds can develop cracks that can cause completeseparation of the driveshaft. This can result in loss of motive power for thevehicle and possible loss of vehicle control.
- The fix
- Replace defective north american driveshafts with spicer driveshafts.
- The problem
- The center actuator that releases two catches via two pull rods can become non-functional from poor or improper maintenance, lack of lubrication, corrosion, or a combination all three causes.
- The risk
- When the center actuator is non-functional, the windowis very difficult to open, and would not function as an emergency exit in caseof a vehicular accident.
- The fix
- Remove the old center actuator and install an improved actuator.
- The problem
- The fuel shut-off solenoid in the cummins 6c engine may be faulty, causing spontaneous interruption of fuel flow to the engine during normal operation. This results in loss of power to driving wheels, power steering, and other power assisted operating systems.
- The risk
- Loss of engine power and secondary loss of power assistedsystems reduces steering control, braking ability, visual systems and otherpower assisted operating systems, resulting in increased risk of vehicleaccident.
- The fix
- Where necessary, replace the solenoid spring, adjust solenoid, replace wires, and verify maximum power requirements to the solenoid.
- The problem
- The steering linkage (drag link) between the steering gear pitman arm and the steering arm on the axle may have been improperly fastened.
- The risk
- The drag link could become disconnected at either endwhich results in loss of steering control and the potential for an accident.
- The fix
- Install correct pins and properly tighten the castellated nuts.
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All Bus years1991 Thomas Bus vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 Thomas Bus | 0 | 6 | F | |
| 1991 Thomas Thomas | 6 | 0 | B | Compare |
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Questions about the 1991 Thomas Bus
Does the 1991 Thomas Bus have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 1991 Thomas Bus: seats (March 1993); seats (September 1992); driveshaft (August 1992); glass, side / rear (January 1992) and more. 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 1991 Thomas Bus had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1991 Thomas Bus a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 16 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than a typical Thomas Bus 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.
Which Thomas Bus years have the most complaints?
2000 (3), 2001 (2), 1998 (1). See every Thomas Bus year compared.
What should I do if my 1991 Thomas Bus 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