Daimler Trucks North America, LLC is recalling certain 2016-2021 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner
— Recall Campaign #21V659000
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2016-2021 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX school buses equipped with an ISL or L9 engine. The power steering hose may be routed with inadequate clearance between the hose and the power cables.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 1,934 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
21V659000
| Manufacturer: | Daimler Trucks North America, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | August 25, 2021 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 21V659000 |
| Units affected: | 1,934 |
- Description:
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2016-2021 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX school buses equipped with an ISL or L9 engine. The power steering hose may be routed with inadequate clearance between the hose and the power cables.
- Consequeces:
- A worn power steering hose increases the risk of a fire.
- Corrective action:
- DTNA will inspect the power steering hose routing and modify it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on October 17, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA's customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL898.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.