Recall 91V-058: 1990 Thomas Bus, 1990 Thomas School Bus

THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC. recall for seat belts, reported to NHTSA on Apr 15, 1991, covering about 1,393 vehicles.

NHTSA number
91V-058
Report date
Apr 15, 1991
Vehicles affected
1,393
Owners notified
Oct 1, 1991

The problem

Driver's safety belt is too short to meet length requirements of FMVSS 209.

The risk

Short safety belts would discourage driver from usingthem. Seat occupant not using safety belt would not have adequate protection incase of a sudden stop or accident.

The fix

Replace the belt assembly with a compliant version.

Notes

System: safety belts; FMVSS 209.vehicle description: school buses and transit buses; body type b, c, and d.

Recall details

ManufacturerTHOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC.
ComponentSeat Belts › Front › Anchorage
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number91V058000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Thomas Bus1990All years
Thomas School Bus1990All 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 91V-058?

Driver's safety belt is too short to meet length requirements of FMVSS 209.

How is recall 91V-058 fixed?

Replace the belt assembly with a compliant version.

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.