Recall 14V760 covers 4,606 2013-2015 Thomas Built Buses Minotour school buses with loose fuel-tank-strap fasteners. Repair is free at any franchised Thomas Built Buses dealer.
Thomas Built Buses is recalling 4,606 2013-2015 Minotour school buses because a loose fastener can leave the fuel tank strap unsecured. If the tank drops low enough to contact the ground, fuel can leak and raise the risk of fire; the dealer repair will be free once Thomas Built Buses makes it available.
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What's wrong?
The fuel tank strap on a 2013-2015 Thomas Built Buses Minotour school bus is a metal band that holds the gasoline tank tight against its mounting points. These buses were built on a GM or Ford chassis with a gasoline engine, so the strap is part of the system that keeps the tank fixed under the bus while it carries fuel.
On affected Minotour buses, the fastener that secures the fuel tank strap can be loose. When that fastener is not tightened as designed, the strap loses clamping force. The tank is then not held as firmly as intended, which puts the mounting system under stress during normal road vibration and movement.
There is no warning sign before failure. A driver or owner cannot count on a dashboard light, sound, or change in how the bus drives to identify this issue, so inspection of the fuel tank strap fastener is the practical way to confirm the problem.
Who's affected?
A single fuel tank mounting issue ties together the 2013, 2014, and 2015 Minotour model years.
| 2015 Thomas Built Buses Minotour | fuel system |
|---|---|
| 2014 Thomas Built Buses Minotour | fuel system |
| 2013 Thomas Built Buses Minotour | fuel system |
| Units affected | 4,606 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included.
What's the safety risk?
An unsecured fuel tank strap can let the fuel tank contact the ground, raising the risk of a fuel leak and fire. The recall lists no warning sign before the tank strap is loose enough to create that risk, so schedule the inspection instead of waiting for symptoms. Repair will be free at any franchised Thomas Built Buses dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013-2015 Thomas Built Buses Minotour is included in this recall.
- Watch for the Thomas Built Buses owner notice mailed January 26, 2015 if the bus never received one.
- Contact Thomas Built Buses customer service at 1-800-745-8000 for current repair timing and reference recall number 14V760 when you call.
- Ask a franchised Thomas Built Buses dealer about the free fuel tank strap inspection and securement that keeps the tank from contacting the ground.
- Bring the recall notice to the dealer if you have it, and ask the dealer to document the fuel tank strap inspection before the bus returns to service.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Thomas Built Buses technician inspects the fuel tank strap fastener and properly secures the strap if it is loose. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under recall 14V760. The work centers on the strap that holds the gasoline fuel tank in place on the affected Minotour school bus chassis. Ask the service desk to confirm the repair plan for your VIN before service.
Timeline
| November 28, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 25, 2015 | Dealer notification began |
| January 25, 2015 | Dealer notification ended |
| January 25, 2015 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| January 25, 2015 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| January 26, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V760?
Recall 14V760 covers 4,606 2013-2015 Thomas Built Buses Minotour school buses built on GM or Ford chassis with gasoline engines. The fuel tank strap fastener can be loose, which lets the tank contact the ground and raises the risk of a fuel leak and fire.
What should I do if my 2013-2015 Thomas Built Buses Minotour is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 14V760. If it is, contact a franchised Thomas Built Buses dealer to schedule inspection of the fuel tank strap fastener. Reference recall number 14V760 or FL-675 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 14V760, dealers inspect the fuel tank strap fastener and properly secure the strap as needed, free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fuel tank movement. If the strap fastener is loose, the fuel tank can contact the ground, which increases the risk of a fuel leak and fire. Until the bus is inspected, confirm the VIN and ask the dealer for handling guidance.
When did owner notices go out for recall 14V760?
Owner notification for recall 14V760 began on January 26, 2015. If you manage or bought a used Minotour and never received a letter, check your VIN and contact a franchised Thomas Built Buses dealer with recall number 14V760 or FL-675.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V760000 |
|---|---|
| Thomas Built Buses customer service | 1-800-745-8000 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V760 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V760000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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