Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
THOMAS
Model Of Vehicle
ALL STAR
Year
1995
Recall Campaign Number
96V164000
Component Description
Structure:Body
Effect Of Defect
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.
Fix Defect
The Existing 1″ Bolts That Secure The Handrail Support Will Be Replaced With 1/2″ Bolts.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
19920101
End Of Manufacture
19960731
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
2117
Date Owners Notified
19961202
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Date Report Received
19960905