Daimler Trucks North America LLC is recalling certain 2018-2019 Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner HDX
— Recall Campaign #18V914000
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner HDX, C2, and EFX School Buses, equipped with Detroit Axle axles. The affected vehicles may have loose steering tie rod arm bolts.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 73 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
18V914000
| Manufacturer: | Daimler Trucks North America, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | December 19, 2018 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 18V914000 |
| Units affected: | 73 |
- Description:
- Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner HDX, C2, and EFX School Buses, equipped with Detroit Axle axles. The affected vehicles may have loose steering tie rod arm bolts.
- Consequeces:
- Loose tie rod arm bolts may lead to separation of the tie rod arm, affecting vehicle steering, and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- DTNA has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the steering arm and tie rod arm bolts for to make sure that they are properly tightened, installing new fasteners as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 9, 2019. Owners may contact Daimler Trucks at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-802.
- 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.