NHTSA Recall 94V120000
NHTSA Campaign Id 94V120000; Date: Jun. 27, 1994
Consequence of defect: starting a bus in a drive gear can result in unintentional movement and could result in an accident.
Recalled Vehicles:
1994 Thomas BUS; 1994 Thomas School Bus
Component: Electrical System:alternator/generator/regulator
Manufactured by: Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Affected Units:: 285
Recall Summary:
A cable installed to temporarily bypass the neutral switch to enable the engine to be started was not removed at delivery. The cable allows the bus to be started while in a forward or reverse drive gear.
How to Fix:
Dealers will remove the temporary cable and install a new relay.
Recall Notes:
System: electrical system; alternator; regulator; starter. Vehicle description: transit and school buses built on a navistar chassis witht444e engines. Note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and free of charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, please contact thomas built service center at 1-910-889-4871. Also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Sep 30, 1994
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