Recall 99V-266: 1993–1996 Thomas Minotour
THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC. recall for seat belts, reported to NHTSA on Sep 7, 1999, covering about 106 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: school buses built on chevrolet chassis with a corrugated steel floor and and equipped with 45" wide restraining passenger seats. The 45" wide restraining passenger seat fails to comply with the performance requirements of FMVSS no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."
The risk
In the event of a crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained.
The fix
Dealers will install two additional anchorage points connecting the seat to the floor.
Notes
Owner notification began may 26, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles 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 1-336-889-4871.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 | Seat Belts › Front › Anchorage |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 99V266000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Thomas Minotour | 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996 | 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 99V-266?
Vehicle description: school buses built on chevrolet chassis with a corrugated steel floor and and equipped with 45" wide restraining passenger seats. The 45" wide restraining passenger seat fails to comply with the performance requirements of FMVSS no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."
How is recall 99V-266 fixed?
Dealers will install two additional anchorage points connecting the seat to the floor.
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.