Recall 96V080000: 1977–1996 Thomas School BUS
- Report received
- May 6, 1996
- Manufacturer
- Thomas built buses, inc.
- Potentially affected
- 13,545vehicles
- Model years
- 1977–1996
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 door hinges were not shielded and can snag exiting children's clothing or accessories.
Possible consequence
When a passenger's clothing becomes caught in the handrail, and the bus driver closes the door and puts the vehicle in motion, the individual is subject to being dragged by the bus. This can result in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Dealers will install hinge pads to prevent the snagging of passenger's clothing.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 1977 Thomas School BUS0 complaints
- 1978 Thomas School BUS0 complaints
- 1979 Thomas School BUS0 complaints
- 1980 Thomas School BUS0 complaints
- 1981 Thomas School BUS0 complaints
- 1982 Thomas School BUS0 complaints
- 1983 Thomas School BUS0 complaints
- 1984 Thomas School BUS0 complaints
- 1985 Thomas School BUS0 complaints
- 1986 Thomas School BUS0 complaints
- 1987 Thomas School BUS0 complaints
- 1988 Thomas School BUS0 complaints
- 1989 Thomas School BUS0 complaints
- 1990 Thomas School BUS0 complaints
- 1991 Thomas School BUS0 complaints
- 1992 Thomas School BUS0 complaints
- 1993 Thomas School BUS0 complaints
- 1994 Thomas School BUS0 complaints
- 1995 Thomas School BUS0 complaints
- 1996 Thomas School BUS2 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.