Recall 98V-229: 1996–1998 Thomas CL960, 1996–1998 Thomas Conventional and 4 more
THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC. recall for seats, reported to NHTSA on Sep 17, 1998, covering about 4,300 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: school and transit buses equipped with national seating series 93b-sb driver seat. A bracket attaching to the height adjusting shock absorber on the driver's seat can deform and break.
The risk
This condition can result in a sudden drop of the driver's seat, increasing the risk of loss of control of the vehicle and a crash.
The fix
Dealers will add a reinforcement to the bracket, or if the bracket is deformed and/or broken, the entire seat base will be replaced.
Notes
Owner notification began december 7, 1998.owners who take their buses to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact thomas built at 1-336-841-5991.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Seats |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 98V229000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Thomas CL960 | 1996, 1997, 1998 | All years |
| Thomas Conventional | 1996, 1997, 1998 | All years |
| Thomas ER Transit | 1996, 1997, 1998 | All years |
| Thomas MVP | 1996, 1997, 1998 | All years |
| Thomas TL960 | 1996, 1997, 1998 | All years |
| Thomas Vista | 1996, 1997, 1998 | All 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 98V-229?
Vehicle description: school and transit buses equipped with national seating series 93b-sb driver seat. A bracket attaching to the height adjusting shock absorber on the driver's seat can deform and break.
How is recall 98V-229 fixed?
Dealers will add a reinforcement to the bracket, or if the bracket is deformed and/or broken, the entire seat base will be replaced.
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.