NHTSA Recall 85V017000
NHTSA Campaign Id 85V017000; Date: Feb. 19, 1985
Recalled Vehicles:
1982 Thomas Thomas; 1983 Thomas Thomas
Component: Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch
Manufactured by: Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Affected Units:: 27
Recall Summary:
The rack and gear type latch assembly of the emergency doors can be overstressed by misuse of the inside door handle, making the gears subject to failure. Consequence of defect: it is possible for these gears to fail when the door is closed, making it impossible to open the emergency door. This could result in passengers being trapped in case of emergency.
How to Fix:
Install complete new latch assemblies with metal gears to replace the nylon material.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: school bus with gvwr greater than 10,000 pounds. System: emergency door latch assembly.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Feb 12, 1985
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