Vehicle recall 95V040000 · March 3, 1995

1993-1994 Thomas Vista

If paper or trash falls down the red DOT heater vents it could ignite.

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

Summary: If paper or trash falls down the red DOT heater vents it could ignite.
Consequence: This condition can cause a heater fire and an increased potential for a vehicle accident.
Remedy: Dealers will install a wire cage around the heater resistor.
Notes: System: heater; water; defroster; hose; duct; air.vehicle description: school and transit buses equipped with "red DOT heaters."note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time, contact thomas built at 1-910-889-4871. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 95V040000
Reported to NHTSA: March 3, 1995
Filed by: THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC.
Owner notification: June 9, 1995
Vehicles potentially affected: 2,133
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Visibility › Defroster/defogger/HVAC system › Heater core

Recall 95V040000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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Thomas Vista (1993-1994): 1994, 1993

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