Safety Recall NHTSA · 87V090000 Reported June 11, 1987

Fuel:fuel tank assembly:tank

Thomas Built Buses, Inc. · Fuel System, Gasoline · 616 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
87V090000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Fuel System, Gasoline
Vehicles Affected
616
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
June 11, 1987

Defect Summary

In a front end collision, dual fuel tanks may slide on the support brackets allowing the fuel crossover pipe end fittings to contact a pipe support and protection guard.

Safety Consequence

This contact may break or crack the fittings, resultingin a fuel leak.

Corrective Action

Install new fuel line guard, fasteners and, if necessary, a fitting.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Thomas Built Buses, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 87V090000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 87V090000

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

What is recall 87V090000?

NHTSA recall 87V090000 was issued by Thomas Built Buses, Inc. on June 11, 1987. It addresses: Fuel:fuel tank assembly:tank. The recall affects approximately 616 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Thomas Built Buses, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 87V090000 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.