Recall 88V-176: 1980–1988 Thomas Thomas

THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC. recall for seat belts, reported to NHTSA on Nov 8, 1988, covering about 1,541 vehicles.

NHTSA number
88V-176
Report date
Nov 8, 1988
Vehicles affected
1,541
Owners notified
Mar 27, 1989

The problem

Movable part of seat is not strong enough to support the seat belt.

The risk

Seat belt may not properly restrain driver.

The fix

Install a tether strap.

Notes

System: seat belt.vehicle description: buses and school buses with suspension type drivers seats.

Recall details

ManufacturerTHOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC.
ComponentSeat Belts › Front
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number88V176000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Thomas Thomas1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 88V-176?

Movable part of seat is not strong enough to support the seat belt.

How is recall 88V-176 fixed?

Install a tether strap.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.