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Vehicle recall 93V142001 · October 1, 1993

Thomas All Star and Type D

The cap screws that hold the intermediate steering linkages onto the input and output shafts of the 90 degree steering gear box were improperly torqued, and can separate from the…

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
The cap screws that hold the intermediate steering linkages onto the input and output shafts of the 90 degree steering gear box were improperly torqued, and can separate from the linkage connections. Also, the keys were not installed in the keyways of the steering linkage and the steering box shaft.
Consequence
The cap screw separating from the intermediate linkage/90 degree gear box and the missing keys have the potential for catastrophicfailure of the steering system which may result in an accident.
Remedy
Remove all fasteners connecting the steering gear box input and output shafts to the intermediate linkages and reassemble with new keys, cap screws, washers, and nuts.
Notes
System: steering; gear box.vehicle description: school bus; front engine diesel chassis; 30,000 pound gvwr.note: thomas built is the only affected original equipment manufacturer and willbe performing the recall.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
93V142001
Reported to NHTSA
October 1, 1993
Filed by
THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC.
Owner notification
September 3, 1993
Vehicles potentially affected
336
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Steering › Gear box (other than rack and pinion)
Recall 93V142001 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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