Safety Recall NHTSA · 99V176000 Reported July 2, 1999

Thomas built/fmvss 124/accelerator pedal

Thomas Built Buses, Inc. · Vehicle Speed Control · 1,307 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
99V176000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Vehicle Speed Control
Vehicles Affected
1,307
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
July 2, 1999

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: transit and school buses equipped with electronic engines. the bottom edge of the accelerator pedal can catch on the floor mat when the pedal is fully depressed. this does not meet the requirements of fmvss no. 124, "accelerator control systems."

Safety Consequence

If the accelerator pedal catches on the floor mat, engine overspeed could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will install a new accelerator pedal mounting bracket to raise the accelerator so the pedal does not catch on the floor mat.

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 99V176000 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 99V176000

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

What is recall 99V176000?

NHTSA recall 99V176000 was issued by Thomas Built Buses, Inc. on July 2, 1999. It addresses: Thomas built/fmvss 124/accelerator pedal. The recall affects approximately 1,307 vehicles, with the defect involving the Vehicle Speed Control component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Thomas Built Buses, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 99V176000 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.