Does the 1986 Thomas Bus have any recalls?

2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: visibility. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 1986 Thomas Bus recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Thomas dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 1986 Thomas Bus?

0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

1986 Thomas Bus recalls

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

2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1986 Thomas Bus. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your Thomas been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

Check your VIN with NHTSA

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Thomas dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

1986 Thomas Bus recalls, newest first

January 3, 1992NHTSA 92V0130007,500 vehicles potentially affected

Visibility › Glass, side/rear

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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

October 3, 1991NHTSA 91V0060002,986 vehicles potentially affected

Visibility › Glass, side/rear

Summary: Release handle for rear push out window is not located in area required by S5.2.3.1(b) of FMVSS 217.
Consequence: Buses would not comply with standards; in an emergency,exit from the push-out window could be hampered.
Remedy: Install new interior handle assembly to meet specifications.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 1986 Thomas Bus were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

Other Thomas Bus years

Other 1986 Thomas models

Questions

Does the 1986 Thomas Bus have any recalls?: 2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: visibility. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1986 Thomas Bus recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Thomas dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1986 Thomas Bus?: 0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.