2000 Thomas Minotour recalls and problems
The 2000 Thomas Minotour has 3 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Thomas dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2000 Thomas Minotour vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2000 Thomas Minotour recalls
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.
Recall 02V-220: Seat Belts
Problem: Certain school and transit buses fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages." the seat belt anchorages will only hold 4,400 lbs. In lieu of the required 5000 lb.
Risk: In the event of a crash, a seat occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will add a fastener to the track mounted seat. Owner notification began april 21, 2003. 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-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 Minotour have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2000 Thomas Minotour: 07V-142 (seat belts), 02V-220 (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.