Recall 96V164000: 1992–1996 Thomas SAF-T-Liner

Report received

Sep 5, 1996

Manufacturer

Thomas built buses, inc.

Potentially affected

2,117vehicles

Model years

1992–1996

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

An item worn by a child, such as a long drawstring, sash, or backpack/bookbag accessory, can become caught on the fateners that secure the handrail support to the handrail.

Possible consequence

If an item worn by a child were to catch on this area, and the driver were to close the door and put the vehicle in motion, this can result in serious injury or death.

Remedy

The existing 1" bolts that secure the handrail support will be replaced with 1/2" bolts.

Affected model years

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

• 1992 Thomas SAF-T-Liner0 complaints
• 1993 Thomas SAF-T-Liner0 complaints
• 1994 Thomas SAF-T-Liner0 complaints
• 1995 Thomas SAF-T-Liner1 complaints
• 1996 Thomas SAF-T-Liner0 complaints