Daimler Trucks North America is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner
— Recall Campaign #13V639000
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner EFX school buses manufactured September 30, 2013, through November 15, 2013. In the affected vehicles, due to an incorrect calibration, the speedometer may display a speed lower than the vehicle is actually traveling.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 45 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
13V639000
| Manufacturer: | Daimler Trucks North America, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | December 20, 2013 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 13V639000 |
| Units affected: | 45 |
- Description:
- Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner EFX school buses manufactured September 30, 2013, through November 15, 2013. In the affected vehicles, due to an incorrect calibration, the speedometer may display a speed lower than the vehicle is actually traveling.
- Consequeces:
- With the incorrect calibration, the driver may unknowingly exceed the posted speed limit, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument cluster software to correct the calibration, free of charge. Owners may contact DTNA at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-658.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.