NHTSA Recall 90V196000
NHTSA Campaign Id 90V196000; Date: Nov. 23, 1990
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.
Recalled Vehicles:
1985 Thomas School Bus; 1986 Thomas School Bus; 1987 Thomas School Bus; 1988 Thomas School Bus; 1989 Thomas School Bus; 1990 Thomas School Bus
Component: Seats
Manufactured by: Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Affected Units:: 1,083
Recall Summary:
The seat do not comply with energy absorption requirements of fmvss 222.
How to Fix:
Install new foldup seats with appropriate fasteners.
Recall Notes:
System: rear facing foldup seats. Vehicle description: school buses with special rear facing foldup seats with aspecial cushion folding device-fastener.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 19, 1991
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