2001 Thomas ER Transit recalls and problems
The 2001 Thomas ER Transit has 3 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Thomas dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2001 Thomas ER Transit vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2001 Thomas ER Transit recalls
Recall 02V-221: Wheels
Problem: On certain school and transit buses, the wheel lug nut may not tighten completely.
Risk: The wheel could loosen increasing the risk of loss of control of the vehicle.
Fix: Dealers will install new wheel studs. Owner notification began february 28, 2002. 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 336-889-4871.
Recall 01V-322: Vehicle Speed Control
Problem: Vehicle description: medium duty trucks, fire trucks, and transit buses and school buses equipped with electronic throttle control/accelerator pedals supplied by williams controls industries. The weld attaching the clevis to the plate has insufficient penetration and could allow the clevis to separate from the plate.
Risk: If the clevis separated from the plate while the vehicle was in use, the vehicle would return to idle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace these pedals. Owner notification began march 18, 2002. 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 freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Recall 01V-105: Service Brakes, Air
Problem: Vehicle description: certain school buses fail to comply with requirements of FMVSS no. 121, "air brake systems." these vehicles do not comply due to the low air warning system detecting pressure in only one reservoir system and not both as required.
Risk: This does not meet the standard.
Fix: Dealers will correct the low air pressure switch wiring. Owner notification began july 27, 2001. Owner notification is expected to begin 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 336-881-7219.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2001 Thomas ER Transit have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2001 Thomas ER Transit: 02V-221 (wheels), 01V-322 (vehicle speed control), 01V-105 (service brakes, air). 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.