NHTSA Recall 00V041000: Suspension: rear
THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 757 vehicles. It affects 1995–1999 Thomas Mvp.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V041000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SUSPENSION › REAR |
| Report received | February 15, 2000 |
| Owner notification | May 12, 2000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: school buses equipped with neway ad 200 rear air suspensions. There is interference between the suspension u-bolt and the rear axle which can cause the u-bolt to crack and fall off.
Safety risk
This condition could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners will be provided with a detailed repair procedure and free parts.
Notes
Owner notification began may 12, 2000.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact thomas built at 1-336-881-9986.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 00V041000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.