Defect Description For Recall
The Nut That Secures The Vehicle’S Main Power Supply Can Loosen Causing Loss Of Contact.
Make Of Vehicle
THOMAS
Model Of Vehicle
SAF-T-LINER
Year
1996
Recall Campaign Number
97V018000
Component Description
Electrical System:Wiring
Effect Of Defect
This Condition Can Result In A Loss Of Vehicle Power Increasing The Risk Of A Vehicle Crash.
Fix Defect
Thomas Built Will Ship Repair Parts And A Detailed Repair Procedure To The Bus Owners. The Repair Will Consist Of Removing The Original Nut, Located At The Electrical Panel, That Secures The Vehicle’S Main Power Supply, And Replacing It With A Flat Washer And Locking Nut.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
19941101
End Of Manufacture
19961119
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
1800
Date Owners Notified
19970331
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Date Report Received
19970212