Recall 10V142000: 2010–2011 Thomas Built 161TS

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Apr 9, 2010
Vehicles affected
4
Models
1
Initiated by
ODI

The problem

H. A. Dehart is recalling certain model year 2010 and 2011 thomas built 161ts model school buses manufactured on february 24, 2010. The seat cushion locking mechanisms were misaligned during vehicle assembly. This error renders the school buses noncompliant with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 222, "school bus passenger seating and crash protection."

The risk

In the event of a crash, the seat cushion could detach from the seat, increasing the risk of injury to the bus occupants.

The fix

All the buses have been repaired, therefore an owner notification letter will not be issued for this campaign. Owner may contact h. A. Dehart toll-free at 1-800-222-0271.

Notes

Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Affected vehicles

  • 2010 Thomas Built 161TS
  • 2011 Thomas Built 161TS

Details

NHTSA campaign
10V142000
Manufacturer
H. A. DEHART
Owner letters
Feb 2, 2010
Components
Seats (Seats & Seat Belts)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology