1998 Thomas School Bus Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1998 Thomas School Bus recalls

No safety recalls on file for the 1998 Thomas School Bus.

Most common 1998 Thomas School Bus problems

Problem areas named in the 5 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Exterior Lighting	11

What owners report

1999-10-29, Exterior Lighting
HIGH AMPERAGE LOAD IS ROUTED THROUGH THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH, THIS CIRCUITRY IS OVERLOADED AND OVERHEATS (SHORT) RESULTING IN LOSS OF HEADLIGHTS,MARKET LIGHTS AND TAIL LIGHT CIRCUITS. MJS

1999-10-29, Exterior Lighting
HIGH AMPERAGE LOAD IS ROUTED THROUGH THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH, THIS CIRCUITRY IS OVERLOADED AND OVERHEATS (SHORT) RESULTING IN LOSS OF HEADLIGHTS,MARKET LIGHTS AND TAIL LIGHT CIRCUITS. MJS

1999-10-29, Exterior Lighting
HIGH AMPERAGE LOAD IS ROUTED THROUGH THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH, THIS CIRCUITRY IS OVERLOADED AND OVERHEATS (SHORT) RESULTING IN LOSS OF HEADLIGHTS,MARKET LIGHTS AND TAIL LIGHT CIRCUITS. MJS

1999-10-29, Exterior Lighting
HIGH AMPERAGE LOAD IS ROUTED THROUGH THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH, THIS CIRCUITRY IS OVERLOADED AND OVERHEATS (SHORT) RESULTING IN LOSS OF HEADLIGHTS,MARKET LIGHTS AND TAIL LIGHT CIRCUITS. MJS

1999-10-29, Exterior Lighting
HIGH AMPERAGE LOAD IS ROUTED THROUGH THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH, THIS CIRCUITRY IS OVERLOADED AND OVERHEATS (SHORT) RESULTING IN LOSS OF HEADLIGHTS,MARKET LIGHTS AND TAIL LIGHT CIRCUITS. MJS

1998 Thomas School Bus questions

Does the 1998 Thomas School Bus have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 1998 Thomas School Bus at this time.

What are the most common problems with the 1998 Thomas School Bus?

Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Exterior Lighting (11).

How do I check if a recall on my 1998 Thomas School Bus 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.