1994 Thomas Mvp Ef
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
3 recalls name the 1994 Thomas Mvp Ef. Newest first.
Certain my 1994 through 2002 thomas built minotour, FS-65, mvp-ef, er, and hdx-ef school buses manufactured between january 23, 1994, and april 15, 2002. the seat belt may chafe on the edge of a metal bracket and wear prematurely.
Risk and remedy
Risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained, possibly resulting in personal injury.
Remedy
Thomas built will notify owners and replace any chafed seat belts and replace or modify the retainer strip to prevent any further chafing. the recall began on february 8, 2008. owners may contact thomas built at 336-889-4871 or contact freightliner at 800-547-0712.
The accelerator pedal lever can contact the engine cover causing the accelerator linkage to bind and not return to idle.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the accelerator linkage binds, the engine will not return to idle when the driver lets up on the accelerator pedal increasing the risk of an accident.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the accelerator pedal rocker and installing a retaining bracket at the engine cover to prevent the cover from contacting the accelerator pedal.
The routing of the positive battery cable can allow heat from the air discharge line to melt the cable.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This condition can cause a possible short circuit and loss of power to the vehicle.
Remedy
Dealers will reroute the positive battery cable and replace any cables that show damage.
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