Recall 11V202 affects 35 2000, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2009 Thomas Built Buses Minotour buses for incorrect tire-load labels. Repair is free.
Thomas Built Buses is recalling 35 2000, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, and 2009 Minotour non-school buses because the tire load certification label lists the wrong tire range and inflation guidance. Incorrect tire information can lead to overloading, tire failure, and a crash; the dealer repair will be free once Thomas Built Buses makes it available.
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What's wrong?
The certification label on a Thomas Built Buses Minotour tells owners and service shops what tire load range and cold tire pressure to use. On the 2000, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2009 Minotour buses in this recall, that label is part of the safety setup because it guides tire selection and inflation before the bus goes into service.
The problem is that the label lists load range "D" tires and a recommended cold tire inflation pressure greater than 65 PSI. The buses are fitted with load range "E" tires, which require a higher minimum tire pressure. That mismatch means the information on the bus does not match the tires installed, and the bus does not meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 120 for tire selection and rims on non-passenger vehicles.
There is no warning sign before failure. The issue is the label itself, so the bus can look ready for service while the posted tire-pressure information is wrong.
Who's affected?
Spans the 2000, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, and 2009 model years, all tied to the same vehicle label component.
| 2009 Thomas Built Buses Minotour | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
|---|---|
| 2004 Thomas Built Buses Minotour | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2003 Thomas Built Buses Minotour | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2005 Thomas Built Buses Minotour | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2006 Thomas Built Buses Minotour | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2002 Thomas Built Buses Minotour | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2000 Thomas Built Buses Minotour | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| Units affected | 35 |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included.
What's the safety risk?
Incorrect tire information can cause an owner or operator to overload the vehicle, which can lead to tire failure and increase the risk of a crash. Follow the corrected tire label once installed, and avoid loading beyond the listed limits. Repair will be free at any franchised Thomas Built Buses dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2000, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2009 Thomas Built Buses Minotour is included in this recall.
- Locate the owner notice from Thomas Built Buses before requesting the corrected tire load certification label.
- Contact a franchised Thomas Built Buses dealer to get the free replacement certification label that corrects the tire load and inflation information.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 11V202 when you call.
- Avoid overloading the bus and confirm the correct tire inflation before service, since the wrong label can contribute to tire failure.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Thomas Built Buses technician replaces the incorrect tire load certification label with a corrected label at no charge. The corrected label matches the Minotour bus's load range E tires and the higher tire pressure those tires require. Because the current remedy status is not listed, treat the dealer work as a free recall repair once the repair is available. Owners who want to install the label themselves can contact DTNA or Thomas Built Buses for the replacement label.
Timeline
| March 30, 2011 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 24, 2011 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V202?
Recall 11V202 covers 35 2000, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, and 2009 Thomas Built Buses Minotour buses with an incorrect tire load certification label. The wrong label can lead to overloading, tire failure, and crash risk. Dealers will replace the label for free.
What should I do if my 2000, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2009 Thomas Built Buses Minotour is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 11V202. If it is, contact a franchised Thomas Built Buses dealer to arrange the corrected tire load certification label. Reference recall number 11V202 when you call. The label replacement is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to correct the safety defect at no cost. For recall 11V202, the dealer will replace the incorrect tire load certification label with a correct label free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is vehicle overloading from incorrect tire information. The affected buses have load range E tires, but the label lists different tire load information. Overloading can cause tire failure, which can increase crash risk.
What if I bought this Thomas Built Buses Minotour used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Minotour is included, then call a franchised Thomas Built Buses dealer and reference recall number 11V202.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/11V202000 |
|---|---|
| Thomas Built Buses customer service | 1-800-547-0712 |
| NHTSA recall # | 11V202 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 11V202000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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