Defect Description For Recall
H. A. Dehart Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2010 And 2011 Thomas Built 161Ts Model School Buses Manufactured On February 24, 2010. The Seat Cushion Locking Mechanisms Were Misaligned During Vehicle Assembly. This Error Renders The School Buses Noncompliant With The Requirements Of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 222, “School Bus Passenger Seating And Crash ProteCTIon.”
Make Of Vehicle
THOMAS BUILT
Model Of Vehicle
161TS
Year
2011
Recall Campaign Number
10V142000
Component Description
Seats
Effect Of Defect
In The Event Of A Crash, The Seat Cushion Could Detach From The Seat, Increasing The Risk Of Injury To The Bus Occupants.
Fix Defect
All The Buses Have Been Repaired, Therefore An Owner Notification Letter Will Not Be Issued For This Campaign. Owner May Contact H. A. Dehart Toll-Free At 1-800-222-0271.
Vehicle Manufacturer
H. A. Dehart
Start Of Manufacture
20100224
End Of Manufacture
20100224
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
4
Date Owners Notified
20100202
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
H. A. Dehart & Sons
Date Report Received
20100409
Make Campaign Number
Part Number
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
222