Thomas Built 161Ts (2011) – 10V142000

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