NHTSA vehicle safety data
2001 Thomas Bus Recalls & Complaints
We couldn't confirm the NHTSA recall list for the 2001 Thomas Bus right now, so this page doesn't state a recall count — check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for current campaigns. 2 owner complaints are on file.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2001 Thomas Bus.
2001 Thomas Bus owner complaints
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Thomas Bus, describing incidents dated April 1, 2002 to September 6, 2003.
Most-cited components
- Latches/Locks/Linkages 1 complaint
- Seat Belts 1 complaint
Newest complaints
ODI #10041604 · Filed
SEAT BELT ENDS ARE SEWED SO THAT THEY PULL IN TO MALE HOUSING MAKING THEM INOPERABLE, AND DANGEROUS WEAPONS IF SWUNG AROUND. *LA
ODI #8008220 · Filed
PASSENGER'S DOOR OPENS SLOWLY BACK AND FORTH INTERMITTENTLY. MANUFACTURER WILL BE NOTIFIED. *AK
NHTSA defect investigations
NHTSA's investigations file lists the 2001 Thomas Bus in 2 investigations. A listed model year means only that an investigation names it; it says nothing about any particular vehicle. An open investigation is not a finding that a safety defect exists, and NHTSA can close one without a recall.
- Engineering Analysis EA04-014: SCHOOL BUS LIGHTING FAILURES
Closed December 20, 2004
- Preliminary Evaluation PE04-012: HEADLIGHT SWITCH FAILURES
Closed June 9, 2004
Check your 2001 Thomas Bus VIN
Not every recall applies to every VIN in a given year. Enter the 17-character VIN from your Thomas Bus at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether your specific vehicle has an unrepaired recall.
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