Vehicle recall 96V065000 · April 15, 1996
1992-1996 Thomas School Bus
The fasteners used to secure the mounting foot of either forward or rearward handrails could be installed in such a manner as to allow the possibility that the nut used in…
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- Summary
- The fasteners used to secure the mounting foot of either forward or rearward handrails could be installed in such a manner as to allow the possibility that the nut used in NHTSA's handrail inspection procedure will catch between the fasteners.
- Consequence
- A passenger's clothing could become caught in the handrail, and if the bus driver closes the door and puts the vehicle in motion, the individual is subject to being dragged by the bus. This can result inserious injury or death.
- Remedy
- Replace or reposition the handrails to stop clothing from becoming caught.
- Notes
- System: equipment; other pieces; handrail at bus entry ways. Vehicle description: school buses. Note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time, should 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
- 96V065000
- Reported to NHTSA
- April 15, 1996
- Filed by
- THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC.
- Owner notification
- June 12, 1996
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 37,717
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Structure › Body
Vehicles covered
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