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1997 Thomas TL960 recalls

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

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

For the 1997 Thomas TL960. 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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1997 Thomas TL960 recalls, newest first

July 10, 2003NHTSA 03V24600062 vehicles potentially affected

Vehicle speed control

Summary
On certain trucks and buses equipped with cummins electronic control modules on the C8.3G and L10G engines, the ECM does not have the ability to detect a throttle fail-safe engine shutdown command. This could result in an unanticipated, uncommanded open throttle condition without warning.
Consequence
If this event occurs, the vehicle operator will not have control of the engine speed, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Cummins will notify the customers and replace the ECM. Owners should contact cummins at 1-800-343-7357 or freightliner at 1-503-745-5219.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

November 3, 2000NHTSA 00V3620006,500 vehicles potentially affected

Seats

Summary
Vehicle description: certain school buses and transit buses equipped with national seating's series 93B-sb driver seat. A bracket attaching the gas spring shock to the height adjuster of the seat can deform and break. This bracket is located at the top of the height adjuster.
Consequence
If the bracket is not replaced after deforming, and is allowed to break, its breaking will result in a sudden drop of the driver's seat, increasing the risk of loss of control of the vehicle and a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the seat base and add reinforcement to the seat assembly

This recall on nhtsa.gov

September 17, 1998NHTSA 98V2290004,300 vehicles potentially affected

Seats

Summary
Vehicle description: school and transit buses equipped with national seating series 93B-sb driver seat. A bracket attaching to the height adjusting shock absorber on the driver's seat can deform and break.
Consequence
This condition can result in a sudden drop of the driver's seat, increasing the risk of loss of control of the vehicle and a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will add a reinforcement to the bracket, or if the bracket is deformed and/or broken, the entire seat base will be replaced.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 1997 Thomas TL960 were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

Other Thomas TL960 years

Other 1997 Thomas models

Most recalled 1997 vehicles

  1. 1997 Ford F-150 (25 recalls)
  2. 1997 Honda Civic (16 recalls)
  3. 1997 Honda Accord (15 recalls)
  4. 1997 Dodge Caravan (14 recalls)
  5. 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier (13 recalls)
All of 1997’s most recalled vehicles

Questions

Does the 1997 Thomas TL960 have any recalls?
3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: vehicle speed control, 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 1997 Thomas TL960 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 1997 Thomas TL960?
0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.