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1991 Thomas Vista recalls

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

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

For the 1991 Thomas Vista. 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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1991 Thomas Vista recalls, newest first

July 23, 1996NHTSA 96V139000120,371 vehicles potentially affected

Structure › Body

Summary
An item worn by a child, such as a long drawstring, sash, or backpack/bookbag accessory, can become caught in the area between the service door and the door control rod attaching bracket.
Consequence
If an item worn by a child were to catch on this area, and the driver were to close the door and put the vehicle in motion, this can result in serious injury or death.
Remedy
A molded cover will be installed between the manually operated outward opening entrance door and the door control rod attaching bracket which will eliminate the opening that could allow an item of a child's clothing to become snagged.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

June 17, 1996NHTSA 96V1050006,358 vehicles potentially affected

Structure › Body

Summary
An item worn by a child, such as a long drawstring, sash, or backpack/bookbag accessory can become caught in a small opening at the floor level of the forward door post.
Consequence
A passenger's clothing could become caught in the small opening 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 in serious injury or death.
Remedy
A filler plate will be attached on thomas conventionals or a piece of rubber trim on thomas vistas to the forward door post at the floor level to cover the opening and eliminate the possibility of snagging.

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

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 1991 Thomas Vista were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

Other Thomas Vista years

Other 1991 Thomas models

Most recalled 1991 vehicles

  1. 1991 Honda Accord (13 recalls)
  2. 1991 Blue Bird TC2000 (12 recalls)
  3. 1991 Acura Integra (11 recalls)
  4. 1991 Thomas School Bus (11 recalls)
  5. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (10 recalls)
All of 1991’s most recalled vehicles

Questions

Does the 1991 Thomas Vista have any recalls?
4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: structure, service brakes, hydraulic, 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 1991 Thomas Vista 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 1991 Thomas Vista?
0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.