NHTSA Campaign Id 92V126000; Date: Sep. 8, 1992
The driver's seat back does not meet the strengthrequirements of fmvss 207, "seating system". Should the seat back fail whilethe bus is in motion, the operator could lose control of the bus.
1991 Thomas BUS; 1992 Thomas BUS; 1991 Thomas School Bus; 1992 Thomas School Bus
Component: Seats
Manufactured by: Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Affected Units:: 1,526
Incorrect screws were used to attach the plywood seat back to the seat frame.
Remove incorrect screws attaching the plywood back to the seat frame and install proper screws.
System: interior: driver's seat back; fmvss 207. Vehicle description: buses and school buses.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Dec 18, 1992
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