| Make : THOMAS | Model : SCHOOL BUS | Year : 1990 |
| Build Dates : 19850201 - 19901001 | ||
| NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 91V006000 | ||
| Date Owners Notified: 19910419 | Date Received by ODI: 19911003 | Date Added to Database: 19910116 |
| Manufacturer(s) Involved: THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC. | ||
| Manufacturer(s) Responsible for the Recall: THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC. | ||
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| Component: VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR | ||
| Potential Number of Units Affected: 2986 | ||
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Summary of the Safety Concern:
RELEASE HANDLE FOR REAR PUSH OUT WINDOW IS NOT LOCATED IN AREA REQUIRED BY S5.2.3.1(B) OF FMVSS 217. |
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Consequence:
BUSES WOULD NOT COMPLY WITH STANDARDS; IN AN EMERGENCY,EXIT FROM THE PUSH-OUT WINDOW COULD BE HAMPERED. |
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Remedy:
INSTALL NEW INTERIOR HANDLE ASSEMBLY TO MEET SPECIFICATIONS. |
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| Report Initiator: OVSC | Vehicles Report | |
| Regulation Part Number: 571 | Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: 217 | |
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Notes:
CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236). |
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