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Thomas MVP Recall 93V013: Visibility:Glass, Side/Rear

NHTSA campaign 93V013, reported January 1, 1993, 24,570 vehicles potentially affected.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 93V013THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC.
Component
VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
Problem
THE CURRENT PRODUCTION STATIONARY WINDOW ASSEMBLIES ALLOW THE GLASS TO DISENGAGE FROM THE RUBBER AND/OR FRAME.
Risk
THE WINDOWS DO NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS 217, "BUS WINDOWRETENTION AND RELEASE."
Remedy
INSTALL TWO RETAINING CLIPS AT EACH NON-COMPLYING WINDOW.
Notes
SYSTEM: VISUAL SYSTEMS; FMVSS 217.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: BUSES AND SCHOOL BUSES.

Affected vehicles

Thomas ALL Star1990199119921993
Thomas Citiliner1990199119921993
Thomas Conventional1990199119921993
Thomas Mighty Mite1990199119921993
Thomas Minotour1990199119921993
Thomas MVP1990199119921993
Thomas Saf-T-Liner1990199119921993
Thomas School Bus1990199119921993
Thomas Vista1990199119921993