2006 Thomas Built Bus recalls and problems
The 2006 Thomas Built Bus has 2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Thomas Built dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2006 Thomas Built Bus vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2006 Thomas Built Bus recalls
Recall 08V-524: Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
Problem: Matthews is recalling 8 my 1998 bluebird, my 2004 ford e450, my 2005-2006 thomas built buses, my 2006 international bus, my 2007 chevrolet 5500, freightliner and dodge sprinter trucks, transit buses, and specialty vehicles equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These buses fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 404, "platform lift installation in motor vehicles." the threshold warning system may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user in a certain spot within the defined threshold area.
Risk: The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.
Fix: Matthews is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (Please see 07e095). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or matthews specialty at 336-297-9600.
Recall 08V-526: Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
Problem: Matthews is recalling 8 my 1998 bluebird, my 2004 ford e450, my 2005-2006 thomas built bus, my 2006 international bus, my 2007 chevrolet 5500, freightliner and dodge sprinter trucks, transit buses, and specialty vehicles equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These lifts fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 403, "platform lift system accessible for motor vehicles." the anti-stow interlock may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user. The pressure sensing switch that detects the presence of weight on the platform was not adjusted to the necessary sensitivity level. The lift could stow even though someone or something is still on the lift.
Risk: A lift occupant can be injured should the lift begin to stow unintentionally.
Fix: Matthews is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (Please see 07e097). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or mattews specialty at 336-297-9600.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2006 Thomas Built Bus have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2006 Thomas Built Bus: 08V-524 (equipment adaptive/mobility), 08V-526 (equipment adaptive/mobility). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Thomas Built recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Thomas Built dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.