Recall 08V-087: 2001–2008 Thomas ER, 1995–2000 Thomas ER Transit and 7 more
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA recall for structure, reported to NHTSA on Feb 26, 2008, covering about 243,435 vehicles.
The problem
Daimler trucks is recalling 243,435 my 1995-2008 thomas built school buses manufactured between january 1994, and march 10, 2008. (Additional buses have been added to this recall campaign. Please see supplemental report no. 4) the emergency exit door handle begins corroding around the securing roll pin and square drive mechanism causing the protective finish to chip and flake. Continued corrosion and pitting weakens the handle. Handles weakened by corrosion may break while trying to open the door from the exterior.
The risk
In the event of an emergency, a person on the outside of the bus may break the door handle trying to open the emergency exit potentially delaying evacuation and increasing the risk of personal injury to the vehicle's occupants.
The fix
Daimler trucks will notify owners and will replace the handles with a more robust handle free of charge. Repairs will be performed by thomas built buses dealerships. The recall began on august 18, 2008, and notification for the revised population is expected to begin on or about april 29, 2009. Owners may contact thomas built at 336-889-4871.
Notes
Daimler trucks recall no. Fl-525.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA |
|---|---|
| Component | Structure › Body › Door › Hinge and Attachments |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 08V087000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Thomas ER | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Thomas ER Transit | 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Thomas MVP EF | 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Thomas MVP ER | 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Thomas Built Buses FS-65 | 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Thomas Built Buses HDX | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Thomas Built Buses HDX EF | 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Thomas Built Buses Minotour | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2008 | All years |
| Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C2 | 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 08V-087?
Daimler trucks is recalling 243,435 my 1995-2008 thomas built school buses manufactured between january 1994, and march 10, 2008. (Additional buses have been added to this recall campaign. Please see supplemental report no. 4) the emergency exit door handle begins corroding around the securing roll pin and square drive mechanism causing the protective finish to chip and flake. Continued corrosion and pitting weakens the handle. Handles weakened by corrosion may break while trying to open the door from the exterior.
How is recall 08V-087 fixed?
Daimler trucks will notify owners and will replace the handles with a more robust handle free of charge. Repairs will be performed by thomas built buses dealerships. The recall began on august 18, 2008, and notification for the revised population is expected to begin on or about april 29, 2009. Owners may contact thomas built at 336-889-4871.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.