Recall 91V159000: 1990–1991 Thomas School BUS and 1 other model

Report received

Sep 12, 1991

Manufacturer

Thomas built buses, inc.

Potentially affected

800vehicles

Model years

1990–1991

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

The steering linkage (drag link) between the steering gear pitman arm and the steering arm on the axle may have been improperly fastened.

Possible consequence

The drag link could become disconnected at either endwhich results in loss of steering control and the potential for an accident.

Remedy

Install correct pins and properly tighten the castellated nuts.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 1990 Thomas BUS0 complaints
• 1991 Thomas BUS0 complaints
• 1990 Thomas School BUS0 complaints
• 1991 Thomas School BUS0 complaints