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2001 Thomas HDX 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 2001 Thomas HDX. 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.

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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.

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2001 Thomas HDX recalls, newest first

March 23, 2007NHTSA 07V1370003,000 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, air

Summary
Certain my 2000 through 2003 thomas built hdx and mvp-er school buses manufactured between April 23, 2000, and November 14, 2003. The service air brake pedal, for both non-adjustable and adjustable brake pedals, may contact the front structure on the bus, limiting the maximum brake force available.
Consequence
Insufficient air brake pressure may cause extended stopping distances without prior warning, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Thomas built will notify owners and repair the affected buses free of charge. The recall began on September 14, 2007. Owners can contact thomas built at 336-889-4871 or contact freightliner at 800-547-0712.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

April 1, 2005NHTSA 05V1370004,819 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assembly

Summary
Certain 2001-2004 my thomas built mvp-ef, er transit, mvp-er, hd, and hdx school buses manufactured between September 24, 2000, and March 4, 2004. The tie rod assembly can fracture and fail, possibly resulting in complete separation.
Consequence
Tie rod failure can possibly result in complete wheel separation and a vehicle crash could occur.
Remedy
Thomas built will notify its customers and will replace the tie rod assembly free of charge. The recall began September 6, 2005. Owners may contact thomas built at (we do not yet have a telephone number).

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 2001 Thomas HDX were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

Other Thomas HDX years

Other 2001 Thomas models

Most recalled 2001 vehicles

  1. 2001 Honda Civic (27 recalls)
  2. 2001 Ford F-150 (19 recalls)
  3. 2001 Honda Accord (19 recalls)
  4. 2001 Ford Windstar (16 recalls)
  5. 2001 Ford Escape (15 recalls)
All of 2001’s most recalled vehicles

Questions

Does the 2001 Thomas HDX have any recalls?
2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: service brakes, air, steering. 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 2001 Thomas HDX 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 2001 Thomas HDX?
0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.