Daimler Trucks North America LLC is recalling certain 2018-2020 Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner HDX
— Recall Campaign #19V831000
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner HDX school buses equipped with Detroit DD8 Engines and Allison Transmissions. The Flex-Plate/Torque Converter fasteners may have been insufficiently tightened.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 30 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
19V831000
| Manufacturer: | Daimler Trucks North America, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | November 19, 2019 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 19V831000 |
| Units affected: | 30 |
- Description:
- Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner HDX school buses equipped with Detroit DD8 Engines and Allison Transmissions. The Flex-Plate/Torque Converter fasteners may have been insufficiently tightened.
- Consequeces:
- The loose bolts can become lodged in the starter, disabling the bus, resulting in an evacuation in an uncontrolled traffic situation, increasing the risk of an injury.
- Corrective action:
- DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the fasteners, as necessary, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on December 13, 2019. The recall began August 7, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-839.
- 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.