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Thomas Bus Recall 89V192: Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner

NHTSA campaign 89V192, reported November 6, 1989, 561 vehicles potentially affected.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 89V192THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC.
Component
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
Problem
THE ADJUSTABLE SEAT BACK STRUCTURE AND TILT MECHANISM MAY NOT WITHSTAND REARWARD FORCE REQUIRED BY FMVSS 207.
Risk
BUSES ARE NOT IN COMPLIANCE WITH FMVSS 207; SEATBACKCOULD FAIL IN AN ACCIDENT INCREASING POTENTIAL FOR INJURY TO OCCUPANT.
Remedy
INSTALL NEW SEAT BACK STRUCTURE AND TILT MECHANISM ASSEMBLY THAT COMPLIES WITH STANDARD.
Notes
SYSTEM: SEAT BACK / FMVSS 207VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: BUSES AND SCHOOL BUSES.

Affected vehicles

Thomas Bus1989
Thomas School Bus1989