Safety Recall NHTSA · 81V043000 Reported April 1, 1981

Suspension:single axle:rear:leaf spring:u-bolt

Q: What is recall 81V043000?

NHTSA recall 81V043000 was issued by Thomas Built Buses, Inc. on April 1, 1981. It addresses: Suspension:single axle:rear:leaf spring:u-bolt. The recall affects approximately 280 vehicles , with the defect involving the Suspension component.

Q: Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls . NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

Q: How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Thomas Built Buses, Inc. · Suspension · 280 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

81V043000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Thomas Built Buses, Inc.

Component

Suspension

Vehicles Affected

280

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

April 1, 1981

Defect Summary

Certain "u" shaped bolts used to attach the axles to the springs, when installed and tightened to specifications, may be stretched beyond the yield point of the material and could break.

Corrective Action

All units will have the "u" bolts replaced without charge. This includes nuts and lockwashers.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Thomas Built Buses, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 81V043000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

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FAQ: Recall 81V043000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 81V043000?

NHTSA recall 81V043000 was issued by Thomas Built Buses, Inc. on April 1, 1981. It addresses: Suspension:single axle:rear:leaf spring:u-bolt. The recall affects approximately 280 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Thomas Built Buses, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 81V043000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.