NHTSA recall 86V021000
Electrical system › 12v/24v/48v battery › Cables
Thomas Thomas
Reported Feb 6, 1986468 vehicles affectedTHOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC.Built Jan 1, 1985 – Dec 1, 1985
The defect
A battery cable routing change may cause the positive cable to rub against the right front spring rear hanger, possibly causing a short circuit in the cable at the point of chafing. consequence of defect: a short circuit at this location could result in loss of electrical power to the vehicle and could possibly cause a fire.
The remedy
A repair kit, including clamps, brackets and instructions, will be sent to owners; or thomas distributor will do the repairs.