Vehicle recall 92V013000 · January 3, 1992
Thomas Bus and School Bus
The center actuator that releases two catches via two pull rods can become non-functional from poor or improper maintenance, lack of lubrication, corrosion, or a combination all…
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- Summary
- The center actuator that releases two catches via two pull rods can become non-functional from poor or improper maintenance, lack of lubrication, corrosion, or a combination all three causes.
- Consequence
- When the center actuator is non-functional, the windowis very difficult to open, and would not function as an emergency exit in caseof a vehicular accident.
- Remedy
- Remove the old center actuator and install an improved actuator.
- Notes
- System: rear push-out window.vehicle description: buses and school buses with rear push-out windows foremergency egress.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 92V013000
- Reported to NHTSA
- January 3, 1992
- Filed by
- THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC.
- Owner notification
- October 23, 1992
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 7,500
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Visibility › Glass, side/rear
Vehicles covered
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