Thomas Built · Canada · Crit
Thomas Built Mvp-Er School Bus, HDX School Bus: Brakes
Affects Thomas Built Mvp-Er School Bus, HDX School Bus · 2000–2004 — about 34 vehicles.
The hazard
On certain school buses, the service air brake pedal, for both non-adjustable and adjustable brake pedals, may contact the front structure of the floor/firewall, limiting the maximum brake force available. Insufficient air brake pressure can cause extended stopping distances without prior warning, resulting in a vehicle crash. Correction: Dealers will replace the pedal pushrod with a longer one.
What to do
Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational