2011 Thomas Built 161ts | 2010 Thomas Built 161ts — Seats
Published April 12, 2010 · Recall initiated: April 9, 2010
Summary
NHTSA records recall 10V142000, published April 12, 2010 and initiated April 9, 2010. Recalling firm: H. A. DEHART & SONS; 2011 Thomas Built 161ts | 2010 Thomas Built 161ts — Seats.
What's the hazard
H. A. DEHART IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 AND 2011 THOMAS BUILT 161TS MODEL SCHOOL BUSES MANUFACTURED ON FEBRUARY 24, 2010. THE SEAT CUSHION LOCKING MECHANISMS WERE MISALIGNED DURING VEHICLE ASSEMBLY. THIS ERROR RENDERS THE SCHOOL BUSES NONCOMPLIANT WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 222, "SCHOOL BUS PASSENGER SEATING AND CRASH PROTECTION.
What to do
ALL THE BUSES HAVE BEEN REPAIRED, THEREFORE AN OWNER NOTIFICATION LETTER WILL NOT BE ISSUED FOR THIS CAMPAIGN. OWNER MAY CONTACT H. A. DEHART TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-222-0271.
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Recall details
- Brand
- THOMAS BUILT
- Model
- 161TS
- Manufacturer
- H. A. DEHART & SONS
- Lot
- 2011 THOMAS BUILT 161TS | 2010 THOMAS BUILT 161TS
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2011 Thomas Built 161ts | 2010 Thomas Built 161ts — Seats recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 10V142000 on April 12, 2010. Reported hazard: H. A. DEHART IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 AND 2011 THOMAS BUILT 161TS MODEL SCHOOL BUSES MANUFACTURED ON FEBRUARY 24, 2010. THE SEAT CUSHION LOCKING MECHANISMS WERE MISALIGNED DURING VEHICLE ASSEMBLY. THIS ERROR RENDERS THE SCHOOL BUSES NONCOMPLIANT WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 222, "SCHOOL BUS PASSENGER SEATING AND CRASH PROTECTION.
What should I do if I have this product?
ALL THE BUSES HAVE BEEN REPAIRED, THEREFORE AN OWNER NOTIFICATION LETTER WILL NOT BE ISSUED FOR THIS CAMPAIGN. OWNER MAY CONTACT H. A. DEHART TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-222-0271.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: THOMAS BUILT. Model: 161TS.