NHTSA recall 96V105000
Structure › Body
Thomas Conventional and 1 more
Reported Jun 17, 19966,358 vehicles affectedTHOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC.Built Jul 1, 1991 – Feb 1, 1996
The defect
An item worn by a child, such as a long drawstring, sash, or backpack/bookbag accessory can become caught in a small opening at the floor level of the forward door post.
The risk
A passenger's clothing could become caught in the small opening and if the bus driver closes the door and puts the vehicle in motion, the individual IS subject to being dragged by the bus. This can result in serious injury or death.
The remedy
A filler plate will be attached on thomas conventionals or a piece of rubber trim on thomas vistas to the forward door post at the floor level to cover the opening and eliminate the possibility of snagging.