2000 Thomas Transit Liner ER recalls and problems
The 2000 Thomas Transit Liner ER has 3 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Thomas dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2000 Thomas Transit Liner ER vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2000 Thomas Transit Liner ER recalls
Recall 01V-111: Service Brakes, Air
Problem: Vehicle description: transit and shuttle buses equipped with cummins isc and isl diesel engines. The internal front bushing can spin, causing damage to the air compressor, and possibly to the spindle drive at the rear face of the air compressor which is used to provide power to the vehicle hydraulic pump. Failure of the air compressor's spindle drive could lead to loss of power assist if the hydraulic pump ceases to operate.
Risk: Without power assist, the vehicle becomes very difficult to turn and could possibly result in a vehicle crash.
Fix: Cummins is handling the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Dealers will replace the air compressor. 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 commins at 1-800-343-7357 or thomas built at 1-336-841-5924.
Recall 01V-104: Structure
Problem: Vehicle description: certain school buses built with composite front roof caps fail to comply with requirements of FMVSS no. 221, "school bus body joint strength." the roof cap does not meet the requirements due to the omission of the adhesive that joins the roof to the bus body.
Risk: In the event of a crash, the roof of the vehicle may crush, not properly protecting the vehicle occupants.
Fix: Dealers will re-bond the roof cap to the roof sheet metal. Owner notification began september 14, 2001. 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.
Recall 01V-103: Vehicle Speed Control
Problem: Vehicle description: school buses. The accelerator pedal can possibly hang up on the floor rubber.
Risk: The driver would be expecting the vehicle's speed to decrease, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will install a stainless steel plate under the accelerator pedal. Owner notification began june 8, 2001. 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 Transit Liner ER have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2000 Thomas Transit Liner ER: 01V-111 (service brakes, air), 01V-104 (structure), 01V-103 (vehicle speed control). 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.