Safety Recall NHTSA · 95V188002 Reported September 25, 1995

Fuel:cng: pressure relief valve/device

Thomas Built Buses, Inc. · Fuel System, Other · 75 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
95V188002
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Fuel System, Other
Vehicles Affected
75
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
September 25, 1995

Defect Summary

Some temperature sensitive triggers were not x-rayed. These triggers could contain internal voids that would make the triggers susceptible to advanced creep causing false activation and venting of the cng.

Safety Consequence

Venting of the cng could result in a fire.

Corrective Action

Thomas built will replace the type iii pressure relief valve with the newer design "generation 2.5" pressure relief device.

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 95V188002 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 95V188002

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

What is recall 95V188002?

NHTSA recall 95V188002 was issued by Thomas Built Buses, Inc. on September 25, 1995. It addresses: Fuel:cng: pressure relief valve/device. The recall affects approximately 75 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Other component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Thomas Built Buses, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 95V188002 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.