1997 THOMAS SAF-T-LINER
3 recalls — 0 complaints
97V192000 Nov 1, 1997
SEATS
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SCHOOL BUSES. THE FLIP SEATS INSTALLED ON THESE BUSES DO NOT MEET THE REARWARD PUSH REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 222, "SCHOOL BUS PASSENGER SEATING AND CRASH PROTECTION."
Consequence
IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE SEAT OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY PROTECTED INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.
Remedy
OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH REPAIR PARTS AND A DETAILED REPAIR PROCEDURE. IF AN OWNER SO DESIRES, THOMAS BUILT WILL PERFORM THE REPAIR FOR THEM.
97V177000 Oct 20, 1997
STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SCHOOL AND TRANSIT BUSES. IF DEBRIS BECOMES TRAPPED BETWEEN THE PLASTIC CUP, WHICH SEALS THE OPENING WHERE THE STEERING COLUMN COMES THROUGH THE BUS FLOOR AND THE STEERING KNUCKLE, THE STEERING LINKAGE CAN BIND.
Consequence
BINDING OF THE STEERING LINKAGE COULD CAUSE THE DRIVER TO OVER STEER THE VEHICLE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE OR A CRASH.
Remedy
OWNERS ARE REQUESTED TO REMOVE THE PLASTIC SEAL WHICH WILL LEAVE AN OPENING BETWEEN THE VEHICLE FLOOR AND THE STEERING COLUMN. THOMAS BUILT IS IN THE PROCESS OF DESIGNING A PROPER SEAL FOR THAT AREA, AND THIS SEAL WILL BE SENT TO OWNERS FOR INSTALLATION.
97V133000 Aug 22, 1997
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SCHOOL AND TRANSIT BUSES EQUIPPED WITH IN-LINE SIX ENGINE,"S" TYPE FRAME RAILS AND SIDE MOUNTED BATTERY BOX. THE BATTERY CABLE ROUTING ALLOWS THE POSITIVE CABLE TO CHAFE RESULTING IN A POSSIBLE SHORT CIRCUIT OF THE CABLE.
Consequence
IF AN ELECTRICAL SHORT OCCURS, IT CAN CAUSE LOSS OF POWER TO THE VEHICLE AND A POSSIBLE VEHICLE FIRE.
Remedy
THOMAS BUILT WILL PROVIDE OWNERS WITH REPAIR PARTS AND DETAILED REPAIR PROCEDURES TO SECURE THE CABLE TO PREVENT FURTHER DAMAGE. IF THE OWNER SO DESIRES, THOMAS BUILT WILL PERFORM THE REPAIR FOR THEM.
No complaints found for this vehicle.
NHTSA Safety Investigations — THOMAS SAF-T-LINER
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE00008
Opened: Feb 10, 2000 — Closed: Jun 29, 2000
HEADLIGHT ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT
ALLEGE THAT THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH FAILURE RESULTED IN THE LOSS OF LIGHTING
PE95029
Opened: May 5, 1995 — Closed: Sep 19, 1995
PRNDL MISALIGNMENT
There is no summary currently available
PE93002
Opened: Feb 4, 1993 — Closed: Mar 31, 1993
HANDRAIL SNAGS
There is no summary currently available
THOMAS SAF-T-LINER — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the THOMAS SAF-T-LINER across all model years (1977–2001).
101
Total Recalls
7
Total Complaints
3
Investigations
1
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
THOMAS SAF-T-LINER — Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 0 | 3 | View |
| 2001 | 2 | 1 | View |
| 2000 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1998 | 0 | 2 | View |
| 1997 (current) | 3 | 0 | |
| 1996 | 10 | 0 | View |
| 1995 | 11 | 1 | View |
| 1994 | 13 | 0 | View |
| 1993 | 10 | 0 | View |
| 1992 | 7 | 0 | View |
| 1991 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 1990 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 1989 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 1988 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 1987 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 1986 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 1985 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 1984 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 1983 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 1982 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 1981 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1980 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1979 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1978 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1977 | 1 | 0 | View |