Daimler Trucks North America LLC is recalling certain 2014-2018 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner
— Recall Campaign #17V589000
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX and Saf-T-Liner C2 transit buses. A reinforcement bracket may be missing from the seats that have 3-point seat belts.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 28 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
17V589000
| Manufacturer: | Daimler Trucks North America, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | September 21, 2017 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 17V589000 |
| Units affected: | 28 |
- Description:
- Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX and Saf-T-Liner C2 transit buses. A reinforcement bracket may be missing from the seats that have 3-point seat belts.
- Consequeces:
- Without the reinforcement bracket, the seat may not remain adequately secured, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
- Corrective action:
- DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seats, installing any missing reinforcement brackets, as needed, free of charge. An interim notice was sent to owners on November 7, 2017. The recall began on March 14, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-747.
- 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.