1998 Thomas MVP EF Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

8 safety recalls on file

The 1998 Thomas MVP EF has 8 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Fuel System, Diesel (3 reports).

8Recalls
3Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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1998 Thomas MVP EF recalls

Structure:Body:Door:Hinge And Attachments

Recall 08V087Feb 26, 2008243,435 vehicles affected

Seat Belts

Recall 07V142Mar 27, 200711,265 vehicles affected

Fuel System, Diesel

Recall 05V205Apr 27, 200516,000 vehicles affected

Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator

Recall 03V205Jun 2, 2003461 vehicles affected

Structure:Body

Recall 01V378Dec 12, 200157 vehicles affected

Seats

Recall 00V362Nov 3, 20006,500 vehicles affected

Service Brakes, Air:Antilock

Recall 00V232002Aug 7, 200035,405 vehicles affected

Service Brakes, Air:Antilock

Recall 00V232011Aug 7, 20004,780 vehicles affected

Most common 1998 Thomas MVP EF problems

Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Fuel System, Diesel3

What owners report

2006-02-02, Fuel System, Diesel
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THERE IS A BUILD UP OF ROAD SALT CORROSION ON THE FUEL TANK. THE CORROSION CAUSED A LEAK IN THE FUEL TANK. THE LEAK WAS DISCOVERED DURING A ROUTINE INSPECTION. THE FUEL TANK WAS CLEANED AND THE HOLE WAS PATCHED BY AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP. THE PROBLEM HAS NOT RETURNED.
2006-02-02, Fuel System, Diesel
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THERE IS A BUILD UP OF ROAD SALT CORROSION ON THE FUEL TANK. THE CORROSION CAUSED A LEAK IN THE FUEL TANK. THE LEAK WAS DISCOVERED DURING A ROUTINE INSPECTION. THE FUEL TANK WAS CLEANED AND THE HOLE WAS PATCHED BY AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP. THE PROBLEM HAS NOT RETURNED.
2006-02-02, Fuel System, Diesel
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THERE IS A BUILD UP OF ROAD SALT CORROSION ON THE FUEL TANK. THE CORROSION CAUSED A LEAK IN THE FUEL TANK. THE LEAK WAS DISCOVERED DURING A ROUTINE INSPECTION. THE FUEL TANK WAS CLEANED AND THE HOLE WAS PATCHED BY AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP. THE PROBLEM HAS NOT RETURNED.

1998 Thomas MVP EF questions

Does the 1998 Thomas MVP EF have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls for the 1998 Thomas MVP EF: Structure:Body:Door:Hinge And Attachments; Seat Belts; Fuel System, Diesel; Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator; Structure:Body. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1998 Thomas MVP EF?

Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel System, Diesel (3).

How do I check if a recall on my 1998 Thomas MVP EF has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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