Daimler Trucks North America LLC is recalling certain 2014-2018 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner
— Recall Campaign #17V313000
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner EFX and Saf-T-Liner HDX school buses. The occupant seats may have been installed without under-rail washers, reducing their anchorage strength.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 1,132 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
17V313000
| Manufacturer: | Daimler Trucks North America, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | May 11, 2017 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 17V313000 |
| Units affected: | 1,132 |
- Description:
- Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner EFX and Saf-T-Liner HDX school buses. The occupant seats may have been installed without under-rail washers, reducing their anchorage strength.
- Consequeces:
- Without under-rail washers, in the event of a crash, the seats may come loose, increasing the risk of injury.
- Corrective action:
- DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seats and replace the mounting hardware, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 28, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA Customer Service 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for the recall is FL-737.
- 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.