Safety Recall NHTSA · 91V159000 Reported September 12, 1991

Steering:linkages:link:drag:connection

Thomas Built Buses, Inc. · Steering · 800 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
91V159000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Steering
Vehicles Affected
800
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
September 12, 1991

Defect Summary

The steering linkage (drag link) between the steering gear pitman arm and the steering arm on the axle may have been improperly fastened.

Safety Consequence

The drag link could become disconnected at either endwhich results in loss of steering control and the potential for an accident.

Corrective Action

Install correct pins and properly tighten the castellated nuts.

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 91V159000 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 91V159000

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

What is recall 91V159000?

NHTSA recall 91V159000 was issued by Thomas Built Buses, Inc. on September 12, 1991. It addresses: Steering:linkages:link:drag:connection. The recall affects approximately 800 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Thomas Built Buses, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 91V159000 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.