2006 Thomas Built Buses EF recalls and problems
The 2006 Thomas Built Buses EF has 2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Thomas Built Buses dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2006 Thomas Built Buses EF vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2006 Thomas Built Buses EF recalls
Recall 07V-135: Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
Problem: Certain my 2006 and 2007 thomas built minotour, fs-65, c2, hdx, and ef school buses manufactured between january 6 and september 6, 2006, equipped with ricon wheelchair platform lift models s2003, s2005, s2010, s5503, s5505, s5510, k2003, k2005, k2010, k5503, k5505, k5510. The lifts interlock switch system may not detect the presence of a passenger (Either wheelchair or standee) on the platform lift which fails to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 404, platform lift systems for motor vehicles.
Risk: The defect involves the interlock switch system in the lift not detecting the presence of a passenger (Either wheelchair or standee) on the ricon wheelchair platform lift. In the event this condition occurs during passenger operations it may be possible for the wheelchair to tip backwards onto the platform when the platform was lowered. This could result in injury to the wheelchair's occupant. Also, anyone standing on the platform could lose his or her balance and fall, resulting in injury.
Fix: Freightliner will notify owners and will repair the affected buses free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on august 6, 2007. Owners can contact freightliner's customer assistance center at 800-385-4357 or contact ricon at 800-322-2884.
Recall 06V-136: Electrical System
Problem: Certain my 2004 through 2006 thomas built hdx, ef, and fs-65 school buses manufactured between october 4, 2004, and february 14, 2006. The body power distribution module (Pdm) was manufactured with copper circuits that are too thin for the electrical loads encountered, possibly causing the board to overheat.
Risk: If the pdm overheats it may generate smoke and could result in a fire.
Fix: Thomas built will notify owners and will replace the pdm's thin copper circuits with thicker copper circuits. The recall began on june 30, 2006. Owners may contact thomas built at 1-877-660-4938.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2006 Thomas Built Buses EF have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2006 Thomas Built Buses EF: 07V-135 (equipment adaptive/mobility), 06V-136 (electrical system). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Thomas Built Buses recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Thomas Built Buses dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.