NHTSA Recall 00V428000: Linkages (steering)
THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 557 vehicles. It affects 2000 Thomas Mvp EF.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V428000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STEERING › LINKAGES |
| Report received | December 29, 2000 |
| Owner notification | August 16, 2001 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: school and transit buses equipped with air brakes and a trw steering gear. The pinch bolt on the pitman arm contacts the exhaust port on the air brake treadle valve during steering maneuvers.
Safety risk
This could result in increased steering effort or an over-steer condition.
Remedy
Dealers will add a spacer under the brake valve to provide sufficient clearance.
Notes
Owner notification began august 16, 2001.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 1-336-881-7219.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 00V428000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Thomas Mvp EF | 2000 |
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.