2000 Thomas ER Model recalls and problems
The 2000 Thomas ER Model has 2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Thomas dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2000 Thomas ER Model vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2000 Thomas ER Model recalls
Recall 02V-160: Seat Belts
Problem: On certain school or transit buses with passenger seat belts with retractors, the cover halves for the retractable portion of the belt can separate completely and release the seat belt connector. If this occurs, one of the load bearing pins in the connector could separate from the connector and render the seat belt unusable. In the event of a crash, the seat occupant would not be properly restrained resulting in an injury. The seat belt supplier, amsafe, will provide a snap on "over-cover" to owners to prevent the seat belt cover from separating.
Risk: If this occurs, one of the load bearing pins in the connector could separate from the connector and render the seat belt unusable. In the event of a crash, the seat occupant would not be properly restrained resulting in an injury.
Fix: Dealers will provide a plastic outer cover that snaps over the existing cover on units in the field and will replace broken seat belts free of charge. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact thomas built at 336-841-5924 or amsafe at 574-266-8330.
Recall 01V-097: Seat Belts
Problem: Vehicle description: school and transit buses equipped with safety belt assemblies produced by AM-safe. On some seat belts, the buckle and connector may unlatch during a collision.
Risk: Serious injury or death could occur if the vehicle occupant is not properly restrained.
Fix: Am-safe notified thomas built's customers to return their vehicle to an authorized dealer to have the seat belts repaired free of charge. Owner notification began september 21, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact thomas built at 1-336-889-4871.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2000 Thomas ER Model have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2000 Thomas ER Model: 02V-160 (seat belts), 01V-097 (seat belts). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Thomas recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Thomas dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.