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1990 Thomas School Bus recalls

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

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

For the 1990 Thomas School 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.

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1990 Thomas School Bus recalls, newest first

May 6, 1996NHTSA 96V08000013,545 vehicles potentially affected

Structure › Body

Summary
The door hinges were not shielded and can snag exiting children's clothing or accessories.
Consequence
When a passenger's clothing becomes caught in the handrail, and 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 in serious injury or death.
Remedy
Dealers will install hinge pads to prevent the snagging of passenger's clothing.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 26, 1996NHTSA 96V0540004,500 vehicles potentially affected

Structure › Body

Summary
Passenger's clothing can unknowingly become caught in the handrails at bus doors when exiting the bus.
Consequence
When a passenger's clothing becomes caught in the handrail, and 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 being caught.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 29, 1993NHTSA 93V03200187,000 vehicles potentially affected

Structure › Body

Summary
Passengers clothing can unknowingly become caught in the handrails at bus doors when exiting the bus.
Consequence
When a passenger's clothing becomes caught in thehandrail, and the bus driver closes the door and puts the vehicle in motion, theindividual is subject to being dragged by the bus. This can result in seriousinjury or death.
Remedy
Replace or reposition the handrails to stop clothing from becoming caught.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

January 1, 1993NHTSA 93V01300024,570 vehicles potentially affected

Visibility › Glass, side/rear

Summary
The current production stationary window assemblies allow the glass to disengage from the rubber and/or frame.
Consequence
The windows do not comply with FMVSS 217, "bus windowretention and release."
Remedy
Install two retaining clips at each non-complying window.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

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

October 1, 1991NHTSA 91V169000407 vehicles potentially affected

Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump

Summary
The fuel shut-off solenoid in the cummins 6C engine may be faulty, causing spontaneous interruption of fuel flow to the engine during normal operation. This results in loss of power to driving wheels, power steering, and other power assisted operating systems.
Consequence
Loss of engine power and secondary loss of power assistedsystems reduces steering control, braking ability, visual systems and otherpower assisted operating systems, resulting in increased risk of vehicleaccident.
Remedy
Where necessary, replace the solenoid spring, adjust solenoid, replace wires, and verify maximum power requirements to the solenoid.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

September 12, 1991NHTSA 91V159000800 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Linkages › Drag › Link › Connection

Summary
The steering linkage (drag link) between the steering gear pitman arm and the steering arm on the axle may have been improperly fastened.
Consequence
The drag link could become disconnected at either endwhich results in loss of steering control and the potential for an accident.
Remedy
Install correct pins and properly tighten the castellated nuts.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

April 15, 1991NHTSA 91V0580001,393 vehicles potentially affected

Seat belts › Front › Anchorage

Summary
Driver's safety belt is too short to meet length requirements of FMVSS 209.
Consequence
Short safety belts would discourage driver from usingthem. Seat occupant not using safety belt would not have adequate protection incase of a sudden stop or accident.
Remedy
Replace the belt assembly with a compliant version.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

November 23, 1990NHTSA 90V1960001,083 vehicles potentially affected

Seats

Summary
The seat do not comply with energy absorption requirements of FMVSS 222.
Consequence
The rear facing seats had only one third of the requiredenergy absorption; a passenger using this seat could be injured in a sudden stopor an accident.
Remedy
Install new foldup seats with appropriate fasteners.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

October 4, 1990NHTSA 90V175000300 vehicles potentially affected

Seat belts › Front › Anchorage

Summary
The combination of type 2 elr seat belt and suspension type driver's seat causes safety belt cinching which becomes severe enough to distract or hinder driver from normal operation of bus.
Consequence
Distraction of driver could result in an accident.
Remedy
Install seat belt that incorporates some anti-cinching features and a new set of tether straps for suspension seat.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

February 9, 1990NHTSA 90V02500048 vehicles potentially affected

Seat belts › Front › Anchorage

Summary
Upper anchorage of type 2 safety belt installed at the driver's seating position is not within the specified range as required by FMVSS 210.
Consequence
Belts may be uncomfortable and obstruct vision to the left; buses would not comply with standard.
Remedy
Install reinforcing channel assuring that belts are within specified range.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 1990 Thomas School Bus were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

Other Thomas School Bus years

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Questions

Does the 1990 Thomas School Bus have any recalls?
12 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: structure, visibility, fuel system, gasoline, steering, seat belts, seats. 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 1990 Thomas School 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 1990 Thomas School Bus?
0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.