2004 Thomas Built Buses MVP-EF Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other MVP-EF years
- Not enough data 1st of 10 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 4 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2004 Thomas Built Buses MVP-EF. That is the most of any MVP-EF model year in the database (10 years). The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 53,409 miles. Complaints mention 1 fire. There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 4safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2004 Thomas Built Buses MVP-EF problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 100% | 53,409 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2004 Thomas Built Buses MVP-EF recalls (4)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Electrical system:wiring:fuses and circuit breakers
Problem: Daimler trucks is recalling 18,198 my 2003-2009 thomas built er, mvp-er, hdx, and mvp-ef school and transit buses equipped with a dual power switch and manufactured from february 1, 2002 through october 17, 2008. Solid state circuit breakers may trip unnecessarily potentially resulting in a loss of power to the bus chassis and body electrical circuits causing an unexpected loss of engine power and exterior lighting.
Risk: Unexpected loss of engine power and exterior lighting could result in a vehicle crash.
Fix: Thomas built bus dealers will replace the solid state dual power switch with a mechanical circuit production (mega fuse). The recall is expected to begin during april 2009. Owners may contact thomas built at 1-336-889-4871.
Equipment adaptive/mobility
Problem: Daimler trucks is recalling 760 my 2003-2007 thomas built school buses manufactured between july 6, 2005 and july 19, 2006, equipped with braun wheelchair lifts, models nl, ncl, or nvl. The threshold warning systems of the subject model wheelchair lifts fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 403, platform lift systems for motor vehicles.
Risk: Should the threshold warning system fail to operate, the lift user can fall from the vehicle and be seriously injured.
Fix: Daimler trucks will notify owners and provide a free remedy which will be performed by thomas built dealerships. The recall began on august 8, 2008. Owners may contact thomas built at 336-889-4871.
Steering:column
Problem: Certain my 2004 through 2006 thomas built mvp-ef school buses manufactured between september 27, 2004, and september 10, 2006. The steering column floor seal forms a well around the column at the floor. Debris, such as loose fasteners, may get trapped in the seal well, potentially causing the steering to bind.
Risk: If the steering column should bind, vehicle steering may be restricted, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without prior warning.
Fix: Thomas built will notify owners and repair the seal with a new design free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on march 30, 2007. Owners may contact thomas built at 336-889-4871 or owners may contact freightliner at 800-547-0712.
Equipment adaptive/mobility
Problem: Certain my 2004-2007 thomas built minotour, fs65, mvp-ef, and hdx model school buses, manufactured between june 16 and july 1, 2005, equipped with ricon wheelchair lifts. Cracks in the lift arms may allow the mechanism to twist during stowage, preventing closure of the safety interlock switches.
Risk: In the event this condition occurs during passenger operations it may not be possible to close the lift door causing the vehicle interlocks to remain engaged preventing movement of the vehicle or the ability to load or unload passengers with disabilities from the vehicle.
Fix: Ricon is conducting this recall (please see 06e008000) and will replace the two vertical arms even if only one arm is cracked free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on may 30, 2006. Owners may contact ricon customer support dept. At 800-322-2884 or owners may contact thomas bus customer support office at 336-889-4871.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Fire from tyco circuit board. *tr
Other Thomas Built Buses MVP-EF years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 MVP-EF | 0 | 1 |
| 2011 MVP-EF | 1 | 9 |
| 2010 MVP-EF | 0 | 9 |
| 2009 MVP-EF | 1 | 7 |
| 2008 MVP-EF | 0 | 3 |
| 2007 MVP-EF | 1 | 6 |
| 2006 MVP-EF | 0 | 7 |
| 2005 MVP-EF | 0 | 4 |
| 2004 | 1 | 4 |
| 2003 MVP-EF | 0 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Thomas Built Buses MVP-EF?
Owners most often report electrical system problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2004 Thomas Built Buses MVP-EF?
Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2004 Thomas Built Buses MVP-EF a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other MVP-EF model years, the 2004 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.