Daimler Trucks North America LLC is recalling certain 2017-2019 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner
— Recall Campaign #18V352000
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2, Saf-T-Liner EFX and Saf-T-Liner HDX school buses equipped with air disc brakes. The brake caliper mounting bolts on these vehicles may be insufficiently tightened, allowing the bolts to loosen.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 2,767 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
18V352000
| Manufacturer: | Daimler Trucks North America, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | May 29, 2018 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 18V352000 |
| Units affected: | 2,767 |
- Description:
- Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2, Saf-T-Liner EFX and Saf-T-Liner HDX school buses equipped with air disc brakes. The brake caliper mounting bolts on these vehicles may be insufficiently tightened, allowing the bolts to loosen.
- Consequeces:
- If the brake caliper mounting bolts come loose, braking performance may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake caliper mounting bolts and tighten them as necessary, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on July 25, 2018. The recall began September 4, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-772.
- 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.