Daimler Trucks North America, LLC is recalling certain 2018-2019 Thomas Built school buses Saf-T-Liner
— Recall Campaign #18V702000
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Thomas Built school buses Saf-T-Liner C2, Saf-T-Liner HDX and Saf-T-Liner EFX school buses. The brake caliper mounting bolts may have been insufficiently tightened.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 1,532 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
18V702000
| Manufacturer: | Daimler Trucks North America, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | October 05, 2018 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 18V702000 |
| Units affected: | 1,532 |
- Description:
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Thomas Built school buses Saf-T-Liner C2, Saf-T-Liner HDX and Saf-T-Liner EFX school buses. The brake caliper mounting bolts may have been insufficiently tightened.
- Consequeces:
- Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- DTNA has notified owners, and dealers will check and tighten the brake caliper mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-794.
- 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.