Daimler Trucks North America, LLC is recalling certain 2018-2021 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner
— Recall Campaign #21V327000
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DNTA) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX School Buses. The sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot bore holes, allowing the high pressure fuel rail assembly to leak.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 1,262 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
21V327000
| Manufacturer: | Daimler Trucks North America, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | May 07, 2021 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 21V327000 |
| Units affected: | 1,262 |
- Description:
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DNTA) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX School Buses. The sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot bore holes, allowing the high pressure fuel rail assembly to leak.
- Consequeces:
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- Corrective action:
- Dealers will replace the fuel rail and fuel lines, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on June 21, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-886.
- 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.