The issue
On certain school buses, a crack on the internal thread root of the tie rod could lead to separation of the tie rod from the steer axle assembly. Tie rod separation could result in a loss of steering control. Correction: Dealers will replace the tie rod assemblies.
Description (français)
Sur certains autobus scolaires, une fissure sur le fond de filet intérieur de la biellette pourrait provoquer le détachement de la biellette de l'essieu directeur. Le détachement de la biellette pourrait provoquer une perte du contrôle de la direction. Correction : Les concessionnaires devront remplacer les biellettes.
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Vehicles covered
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Thomas Built ER TRANSIT BUS | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| Thomas Built HD | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| Thomas Built HDX | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| Thomas Built MVP-EF | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| Thomas Built MVP-ER | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 |