- The problem
- Certain my 2000 through 2003 thomas built hdx and mvp-er school buses manufactured between april 23, 2000, and november 14, 2003. The service air brake pedal, for both non-adjustable and adjustable brake pedals, may contact the front structure on the bus, limiting the maximum brake force available.
- The risk
- Insufficient air brake pressure may cause extended stopping distances without prior warning, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- Thomas built will notify owners and repair the affected buses free of charge. The recall began on september 14, 2007. Owners can contact thomas built at 336-889-4871 or contact freightliner at 800-547-0712.
Vehicle safety record
2001 Thomas HDX Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2001 Thomas HDX have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in March 2007 for the service brakes, air.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical HDX year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2001 Thomas HDX 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
- Certain 2001-2004 my thomas built mvp-ef, er transit, mvp-er, hd, and hdx school buses manufactured between september 24, 2000, and march 4, 2004. The tie rod assembly can fracture and fail, possibly resulting in complete separation.
- The risk
- Tie rod failure can possibly result in complete wheel separation and a vehicle crash could occur.
- The fix
- Thomas built will notify its customers and will replace the tie rod assembly free of charge. The recall began september 6, 2005. Owners may contact thomas built at (we do not yet have a telephone number).
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Thomas HDX: every year compared
All HDX years2001 Thomas HDX vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 Thomas HDX | 0 | 2 | C | |
| 2001 Thomas Bus | 2 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 2001 Thomas Conventional | 1 | 4 | F | Compare |
| 2001 Thomas MVP ER | 1 | 12 | F | Compare |
| 2001 Thomas Saf-T-Liner | 1 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 2001 Thomas CL100 | 1 | 1 | - | 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 2001 Thomas HDX
Does the 2001 Thomas HDX have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2001 Thomas HDX: service brakes, air (March 2007); tie rod assembly (April 2005). 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 2001 Thomas HDX had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2001 Thomas HDX a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 58 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Thomas HDX 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 2001 Thomas HDX 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