2000 Thomas Built Buses HDX EF recalls and problems
The 2000 Thomas Built Buses HDX EF has 2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Thomas Built Buses dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2000 Thomas Built Buses HDX EF vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2000 Thomas Built Buses HDX EF recalls
Recall 08V-087: Structure
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.
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.
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.
Recall 07V-142: Seat Belts
Problem: Certain my 1994 through 2002 thomas built minotour, fs-65, mvp-ef, er, and hdx-ef school buses manufactured between january 23, 1994, and april 15, 2002. The seat belt may chafe on the edge of a metal bracket and wear prematurely.
Risk: In the event of a vehicle crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained, possibly resulting in personal injury.
Fix: Thomas built will notify owners and replace any chafed seat belts and replace or modify the retainer strip to prevent any further chafing. The recall began on february 8, 2008. Owners may contact thomas built at 336-889-4871 or contact freightliner at 800-547-0712.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2000 Thomas Built Buses HDX EF have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2000 Thomas Built Buses HDX EF: 08V-087 (structure), 07V-142 (seat belts). 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.