Recall 96V189000: 1995–1996 Thomas Conventional
- Report received
- Oct 1, 1996
- Manufacturer
- Thomas built buses, inc.
- Potentially affected
- 18vehicles
- Model years
- 1995–1996
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 fittings used to secure the school bus seats or wheel chair tie-downs to the track used in the track seating system do not seat properly resulting in noncompliance with fmvss no. 222, "school bus passenger seating and crash protection."
Possible consequence
In the event of a collision, the occupant may not be properly restrained increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the fittings and replace the improperly machined track if necessary.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 1995 Thomas Conventional0 complaints
- 1996 Thomas Conventional0 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.