NHTSA Recall History

Thomas Built Buses, Inc. Safety Recalls

Every NHTSA-recorded safety recall issued by Thomas Built Buses, Inc. — searchable by year, component, and severity. Data sourced daily from the U.S. Department of Transportation.

111
Total Recalls
463,778
Vehicles Affected
Potentially
27
Years Reported
0
Do Not Drive
Critical alerts

Thomas Built Buses, Inc. has issued 111 NHTSA-tracked safety recalls spanning 27 years (from 1972 to 2002), affecting an estimated 463,778 vehicles. The most-recalled components are Structure, Seat Belts, Service Brakes, Air. Repairs for active recalls are free at any authorized Thomas Built Buses, Inc. dealer — there is no time limit on safety recalls.

Defect Categories

Most-recalled components

The vehicle systems behind most Thomas Built Buses, Inc. safety recalls.

Structure 14 recalls
Seat Belts 10 recalls
Service Brakes, Air 8 recalls
Electrical System 8 recalls
Equipment 8 recalls
Visibility 8 recalls
Recall History

Thomas Built Buses, Inc. recalls by year

Browse 111 recalls across 27 years. Most recent first.

2002 3 recalls

Recall 02V220000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Thomas built/fmvss 210/seat belt anchorages
Seat Belts · 29 affected · Aug 6, 2002
Recall 02V221000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Thomas built/wheel lug nut
Wheels · 15 affected · Aug 6, 2002
Recall 02V062000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Thomas built/fmvss 121/air brake check valve
Service Brakes, Air · 51 affected · Feb 22, 2002

2001 7 recalls

Recall 01V378000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Freightliner/thomas built/fmvss 217/roof hatch
Structure · 57 affected · Dec 12, 2001
Recall 01V341000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Freightliner/thomas built/fmvss 222/seat
N/A · 708 affected · Nov 1, 2001
Recall 01V214000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Freightliner/thomas built/wire chaffing
Electrical System · 16,165 affected · Jun 26, 2001
Recall 01V097009
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Freightliner/thomas built/am-safe safety belt
Seat Belts · 129 affected · Jun 26, 2001
Recall 01V213001
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Freightliner/thomas built/trans/air compressor
Equipment · 69 affected · Jun 26, 2001
Recall 01V103000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Freightliner/thomas built/accelerator pedal
Vehicle Speed Control · 146 affected · Mar 27, 2001
Recall 01V105000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Freightliner/thomas built/fmvss121/low air warning
Service Brakes, Air · 153 affected · Mar 27, 2001

2000 7 recalls

Recall 00V428000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Thomas built/pinch bolt
Steering · 557 affected · Dec 29, 2000
Recall 00V380000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Thomas built/fmvss 222/seat track
N/A · 37 affected · Nov 17, 2000
Recall 00V360000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Thomas built/fmvss 222/storage compartment
N/A · 11,500 affected · Nov 3, 2000
Recall 00V361000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Thomas built/fmvss 111/rearview mirror
Visibility · 53 affected · Nov 3, 2000
Recall 00V362000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Thomas built/driver seat bracket
N/A · 6,500 affected · Nov 3, 2000
Recall 00V232011
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Thomas built/freightliner/abs ecu
Service Brakes, Air · 4,780 affected · Aug 7, 2000
Recall 00V041000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Thomas built buses/suspension
Suspension · 757 affected · Feb 15, 2000

1999 7 recalls

Recall 99V266000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Thomas built buses/fmvss 210/seat anchors
Seat Belts · 106 affected · Sep 7, 1999
Recall 99V173000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Thomas built/fmvss 222
N/A · 2,175 affected · Jul 2, 1999
Recall 99V174000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Thomas built/fuel tank strap fasteners
Fuel System, Gasoline · 274 affected · Jul 2, 1999
Recall 99V175000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Seat belt tether belts
N/A · 744 affected · Jul 2, 1999
Recall 99V176000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Thomas built/fmvss 124/accelerator pedal
Vehicle Speed Control · 1,307 affected · Jul 2, 1999
Recall 99V177000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Thomas built/warning label
Equipment · 1,123 affected · Jul 2, 1999
Recall 99V075000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Thomas built/frame
Structure · 4,249 affected · Apr 12, 1999

1998 4 recalls

Recall 98V309000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Thomas built/fmvss 111/mirrors
Visibility · 500 affected · Dec 7, 1998
Recall 98V229000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Thomas built/driver's seat
N/A · 4,300 affected · Sep 17, 1998
Recall 98V054000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Thomas built/fmvss 124
Vehicle Speed Control · 2,667 affected · Mar 12, 1998
Recall 98V011000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Thomas built/fmvss 111/mirrors
Visibility · 241 affected · Jan 21, 1998

1997 11 recalls

Recall 97V192000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Thomas built/fmvss 222/seats
N/A · 2,391 affected · Nov 1, 1997
Recall 97V177000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Thomas built/steering linkage
Steering · 953 affected · Oct 20, 1997
Recall 97V154000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Thomas built/steering
Steering · 200 affected · Sep 12, 1997
Recall 97V133000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Thomas built/battery cable routing
Electrical System · 8,107 affected · Aug 22, 1997
Recall 97V117000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Thomas built/structure:body:grab bar
Structure · 8,187 affected · Jul 25, 1997
Recall 97V099000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Thomas built/battery cable routing
Electrical System · 107 affected · Jun 12, 1997
Recall 97V031000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Thomas built/handrails
Structure · 24,082 affected · Mar 5, 1997
Recall 97V030000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Thomas built/brakes:air:chamber
Service Brakes, Air · 695 affected · Mar 3, 1997
Recall 97V020000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Thomas built/fmvss 121
N/A · 55 affected · Feb 18, 1997
Recall 97V018000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Thomas built/power supply
Electrical System · 1,800 affected · Feb 12, 1997
Recall 96V178008
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Thomas built/isringhausen/seats
N/A · 38 affected · Jan 13, 1997

1996 9 recalls

Recall 96V189000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Thomas built/fmvss 222-seating
N/A · 18 affected · Oct 1, 1996
Recall 96V162002
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Thomas built/fmvss 301 - fuel tank
Fuel System, Gasoline · 400 affected · Sep 12, 1996
Recall 96V164000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Thomas built/handrails
Structure · 2,117 affected · Sep 5, 1996
Large Recall 96V139000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Thomas built/structure:body:grab bar
Structure · 120,371 affected · Jul 23, 1996
Recall 96V105000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Thomas built/structure:body:grab bar
Structure · 6,358 affected · Jun 17, 1996
Recall 96V080000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Thomas built/structure:body:grab bar
Structure · 13,545 affected · May 6, 1996
Recall 96V065000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Thomas built/structure:body:grab bar
Structure · 37,717 affected · Apr 15, 1996
Recall 96V054000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Thomas built/structure:body:grab bar
Structure · 4,500 affected · Mar 26, 1996
Recall 96V021000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Thomas built/brakes:air:chamber
Service Brakes, Air · 730 affected · Jan 29, 1996

1995 11 recalls

Recall 95V191000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Fuel:throttle linkages and control:pedal
Vehicle Speed Control · 300 affected · Oct 11, 1995
Recall 95V188002
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Fuel:cng: pressure relief valve/device
Fuel System, Other · 75 affected · Sep 25, 1995
Recall 95V170000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Electrical system:battery:cable
Electrical System · 300 affected · Sep 5, 1995
Recall 95V148000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Power train:transmission:automatic:indicator:lever
Power Train · 1,413 affected · Aug 7, 1995
Recall 95V135000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Interior systems:restraint:belt anchor and attachm
Seat Belts · 17 affected · Jul 20, 1995
Recall 95V087000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Visual systems:glass:other
Visibility · 350 affected · May 1, 1995
Recall 95V042000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Air conditioner:other part
Equipment · 50 affected · Mar 3, 1995
Recall 95V040000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Heater: water: defroster: defogger: hose: duct:air
Visibility · 2,133 affected · Mar 3, 1995
Recall 95V041000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Brakes:hydraulic:lines:fittings
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 804 affected · Mar 3, 1995
Recall 95V006000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Electrical system:wiring
Electrical System · 80 affected · Jan 30, 1995
Recall 95V004000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Interior systems:active restraints:belt retractors
Seat Belts · 3,076 affected · Jan 11, 1995

1994 7 recalls

Recall 94V214000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Structure:door assembly:latches and locks
Latches/locks/linkages · 1,458 affected · Nov 1, 1994
Recall 94V171000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Equipment:emergency exit label
Equipment · 206 affected · Sep 7, 1994
Recall 94V172000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Steering:power assist:pump
Steering · 31 affected · Sep 7, 1994
Recall 94V143000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Steering:power assist
Steering · 1,150 affected · Aug 1, 1994
Recall 94V120000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Electrical system:alternator:regulator:starter
Electrical System · 285 affected · Jun 27, 1994
Recall 94V092000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Equipment:other labels
Equipment · 423 affected · May 13, 1994
Recall 94V059000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Interior systems:restraint:belt anchor and attachm
Seat Belts · 109 affected · Apr 4, 1994

1993 5 recalls

Recall 93E029002
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Brakes:hydraulic:master cylinder
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 124 affected · Oct 1, 1993
Recall 93V142001
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Steering:gear box
Steering · 336 affected · Oct 1, 1993
Recall 93V032001
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Structure:body:grab bar:strap mounting assist
Structure · 87,000 affected · Mar 29, 1993
Recall 93V029000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Interior systems:seat track anchors and seats
N/A · 188 affected · Mar 3, 1993
Recall 93V013000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Visual systems:glass:window:rear-view backlight
Visibility · 24,570 affected · Jan 1, 1993

1992 4 recalls

Recall 92V126000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Interior systems:seats
N/A · 1,526 affected · Sep 8, 1992
Recall 92V120000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Power train:driveshaft
Power Train · 1 affected · Aug 24, 1992
Recall 92V078000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Brakes:air lines and fittings
Service Brakes, Air · 24 affected · May 19, 1992
Recall 92V013000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Visual systems:glass:window:rear-view backlight
Visibility · 7,500 affected · Jan 3, 1992

1991 6 recalls

Recall 91V006000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Visual systems:glass:window:rear-view backlight
Visibility · 2,986 affected · Oct 3, 1991
Recall 91V169000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Fuel:fuel pump
Fuel System, Gasoline · 407 affected · Oct 1, 1991
Recall 91V159000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Steering:linkages:link:drag:connection
Steering · 800 affected · Sep 12, 1991
Recall 91V114000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Interior systems:seat track anchors and seats
N/A · 22 affected · Jul 1, 1991
Recall 91V058000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Interior systems:active seat and shoulder belts an
Seat Belts · 1,393 affected · Apr 15, 1991
Recall 91V052000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Fuel:fuel tank assembly:pipe:filler:neck
Fuel System, Gasoline · 2,180 affected · Apr 9, 1991

1990 3 recalls

Recall 90V196000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Interior systems:seats
N/A · 1,083 affected · Nov 23, 1990
Recall 90V175000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Interior systems:active seat and shoulder belts an
Seat Belts · 300 affected · Oct 4, 1990
Recall 90V025000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Interior systems:restraint:belt anchor and attachm
Seat Belts · 48 affected · Feb 9, 1990

1989 1 recall

Recall 89V192000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Interior systems:bench:back rest
Seats · 561 affected · Nov 6, 1989

1988 3 recalls

Recall 88V176000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Interior systems:seat belts:lap:front
Seat Belts · 1,541 affected · Nov 8, 1988
Recall 88V134000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Structure:frame:members and body:other parts
N/A · 51 affected · Aug 9, 1988
Recall 88V075000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Brakes:air systems:valve:foot control
Service Brakes, Air · 7 affected · May 2, 1988

1987 4 recalls

Recall 87V174000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Brakes:air systems:lines and fittings
Service Brakes, Air · 38 affected · Nov 12, 1987
Recall 87V096000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Structure:body roof
Structure · 7,330 affected · Jul 2, 1987
Recall 87V090000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Fuel:fuel tank assembly:tank
Fuel System, Gasoline · 616 affected · Jun 11, 1987
Recall 87V007000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Brakes:hydraulic:lines:hose:non-metallic
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 75 affected · Jan 3, 1987

1986 2 recalls

Recall 86V079000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Fuel:throttle linkages and control return spring
Vehicle Speed Control · 942 affected · Jun 16, 1986
Recall 86V021000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Electrical system:battery:cable
Electrical System · 468 affected · Feb 6, 1986

1985 3 recalls

Recall 85V154000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Fuel:fuel lines fittings:non-metallic
Fuel System, Gasoline · 1,520 affected · Nov 21, 1985
Recall 85V143000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Structure:frame:members and body:other parts
N/A · 96 affected · Nov 4, 1985
Recall 85V017000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Structure:door assembly:latches and locks
Latches/locks/linkages · 27 affected · Feb 19, 1985

1984 1 recall

Recall 84V130000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Lighting:switch:button:ring:turn signal lights
Exterior Lighting · 1,500 affected · Oct 16, 1984

1983 1 recall

Recall 83V136000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Suspension:independent front air suspension system
Suspension · 39 affected · Dec 20, 1983

1982 1 recall

Recall 82V050000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Suspension:i-beam:solid:front leaf spring assembly
Suspension · 185 affected · May 8, 1982

1981 3 recalls

Recall 81V146000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Suspension:i-beam:solid:front leaf spring assembly
Suspension · 388 affected · Dec 8, 1981
Recall 81V049000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Fuel:fuel tank:auxillary selector and switch
Fuel System, Gasoline · 9 affected · Apr 7, 1981
Recall 81V043000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Suspension:single axle:rear:leaf spring:u-bolt
Suspension · 280 affected · Apr 1, 1981

1980 2 recalls

Recall 80V122000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Interior systems:seat tracks and anchors
N/A · 57 affected · Sep 23, 1980
Recall 80V124000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Equipment:emergency exit label
Equipment · 57 affected · Sep 23, 1980

1979 2 recalls

Recall 79V124000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Fuel:fuel tank assembly
Fuel System, Gasoline · 24 affected · May 23, 1979
Recall 79V068000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Interior systems:seats
N/A · 258 affected · Mar 8, 1979

1978 2 recalls

Recall 78V221000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Equipment:emergency exit label
Equipment · 46 affected · Oct 11, 1978
Recall 78V142000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Structure:body:wheel well
Structure · 10 affected · Jun 14, 1978

1976 1 recall

Recall 76V149000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Equipment:emergency exit label
Equipment · 13,000 affected · Sep 21, 1976

1972 1 recall

Recall 72V101000
Thomas Built Buses, Inc.
Structure:body
Structure · 142 affected · May 3, 1972

Thomas Built Buses, Inc. Recall FAQ

Common questions about Thomas Built Buses, Inc. safety recalls, owner rights, and how to use this tracker.

How many recalls has Thomas Built Buses, Inc. issued?

Thomas Built Buses, Inc. has issued 111 NHTSA-tracked recalls covering approximately 463,778 vehicles since 1972. The most recent recall was reported 2002-08-06.

How do I check if my Thomas Built Buses, Inc. vehicle is under recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's lookup tool will list every active recall tied to your specific vehicle, including ones from Thomas Built Buses, Inc. and any sub-brand or component supplier.

Are Thomas Built Buses, Inc. recall repairs free?

Yes. Under federal law (49 U.S.C. § 30120), manufacturers including Thomas Built Buses, Inc. must remedy safety defects at no cost to the owner. Bring the recall notice or NHTSA recall ID to any authorized Thomas Built Buses, Inc. dealer and the repair (or replacement, or refund) is free.

Which Thomas Built Buses, Inc. components are most commonly recalled?

The top recalled components for Thomas Built Buses, Inc. are: Structure (14), Seat Belts (10), Service Brakes, Air (8), Electrical System (8), Equipment (8). Recalls in these categories tend to drive the most repair-campaign volume.

Where does this Thomas Built Buses, Inc. recall data come from?

All data on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation's public recall dataset (NHTSA), refreshed daily. Last update: 2026-05-22. This site is independent and not affiliated with Thomas Built Buses, Inc..