Thomas built/frame
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: school and transit buses. the mounting bolt for the upper front shock absorber bracket can loosen in service due to the omission of a frame reinforcement from the upper shock absorber mount. the loosened bolt could then work in the frame rail-mounting hole, which could result in hairline cracking of the frame rail in the shock absorber mounting area and possible fracture of the shock absorber mounting eye as well.
Safety Consequence
Disengagement of the shock(s) could result in a crash.
Corrective Action
Owners will be provided with repair parts and detailed repair procedures.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Thomas Built Buses, Inc. or involving Structure.
FAQ: Recall 99V075000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 99V075000?
NHTSA recall 99V075000 was issued by Thomas Built Buses, Inc. on April 12, 1999. It addresses: Thomas built/frame. The recall affects approximately 4,249 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Thomas Built Buses, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 99V075000 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.