Recalls for 2017 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner Hdx

DEFECT #1 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM

Posted on: 2016-05-19
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2011-2017 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx school buses manufactured april 28, 2010, to april 15, 2016.  The affected vehicles have a transmission retarder that may increase coolant system pressure high enough to cause hose fatigue and lead to premature failure of the hose, resulting in a coolant leak inside the bus body.

Consequence
If the heater hose fails, hot coolant may leak inside the bus body increasing risk of injury to the passengers.  

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the heater hose, free of charge.  An interim notice was mailed on july 6, 2016.  A second notice will be mailed to owners when the remedy becomes available.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-709.

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.

DEFECT #2 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Posted on: 2016-05-19
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2011-2017 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx school buses manufactured april 28, 2010, to april 15, 2016.  The affected vehicles have a transmission retarder that may increase coolant system pressure high enough to cause hose fatigue and lead to premature failure of the hose, resulting in a coolant leak inside the bus body.

Consequence
If the heater hose fails, hot coolant may leak inside the bus body increasing risk of injury to the passengers.  

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the heater hose, free of charge.  An interim notice was mailed on july 6, 2016.  A second notice will be mailed to owners when the remedy becomes available.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-709.

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.

DEFECT #3 - SEATS

Posted on: 2015-12-15
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 thomas built buses saf-t-liner c2, saf-t-liner hdx, minotour drw and saf-t-liner efx school buses manufactured august 19, 2014, to october 22, 2015, and equipped with certain syntec s3b track mounted seats in 30, 36, 39 and 45 widths.  In the event of a severe rear-end collision, the seats may tilt rearward.  As such, these seats fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) 222, school bus passenger seating and crash protection.

Consequence
In the event of a severe rear-end collision, the seats may tilt rearward and result in injuries to the passenger's knees and/or impede the exiting of the bus.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will install a toe-clamp on the front feet of the s3b track mounted seats, free of charge.  The recall began on january 21, 2016.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-745-8000, or syntec customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-698.

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.

DEFECT #4 - OTHER:SCHOOL BUS STOP ARM ASSEMBLY

Posted on: 2016-02-10
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 thomas built buses saf-t-liner c2, saf-t-liner hdx, saf-t-liner efx, and minotour drw school buses manufactured from may 1, 2015, through november 16, 2015, equipped with certain transpec t6000, t6100, and t7000 series school bus stop arms.  The affected stop arms have a reflective decal that may peel loose from the stop arm.  As such, these stop arms fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 131, school bus pedestrian safety devices.  

Consequence
Without a reflective decal, the stop arms would have reduced visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and the stop arm blade assemblies will be replaced, free of charge.  The recall began on april 11, 2016.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-745-8000 or transpec at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-700.

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.

DEFECT #5 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM

Posted on: 2016-05-19
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2014-2017 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx school buses manufactured november 29, 2012, to february 4, 2016.  These vehicles use a rubber elbow to connect a coolant line to a heater inside the bus.  This elbow may restrict coolant flow and possibly fail as a result of the increased stress on the elbow.

Consequence
If the rubber elbow fails, hot coolant may leak inside the bus body increasing risk of injury to the passengers.  

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rubber elbow with a nylon fitting, free of charge.  An interim notice was sent out to owners on july 6, 2016.  A second notice will be mailed to owners when the final remedy becomes available.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-708.  

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.

DEFECT #6 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL

Posted on: 2016-05-19
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2014-2017 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx buses manufactured november 29, 2012, to february 4, 2016.  These vehicles use a rubber elbow to connect a coolant line to a heater inside the bus.  This elbow may restrict coolant flow and possibly fail as a result of the increased stress on the elbow.

Consequence
If the rubber elbow fails, hot coolant may leak inside the bus body increasing risk of injury to the passengers.  

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rubber elbow with a nylon fitting, free of charge.  An interim notice was mailed on july 6, 2016.  A second notice will be mailed to owners when the final remedy becomes available.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-708.

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.

DEFECT #7 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Posted on: 2016-05-19
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2011-2017 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx buses manufactured april 28, 2010, to april 15, 2016.  The affected vehicles have a transmission retarder that may increase coolant system pressure high enough to cause hose fatigue and lead to premature failure of the hose, resulting in a coolant leak inside the bus body.

Consequence
If the heater hose fails, hot coolant may leak inside the bus body increasing risk of injury to the passengers.  

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the heater hose, free of charge.  Dtna distributed interim notifications to owners on july 6, 2016.  The recall is expected to begin july 10, 2016.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-709.

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.

DEFECT #8 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Posted on: 2016-05-19
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2011-2017 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx buses manufactured april 28, 2010, to april 15, 2016.  The affected vehicles have a transmission retarder that may increase coolant system pressure high enough to cause hose fatigue and lead to premature failure of the hose, resulting in a coolant leak inside the bus body.

Consequence
If the heater hose fails, hot coolant may leak inside the bus body increasing risk of injury to the passengers.  

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the heater hose, free of charge.  Dtna distributed interim notifications to owners on july 6, 2016.  The recall is expected to begin july 10, 2016.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-709.

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.

DEFECT #9 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

Posted on: 2016-08-31
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 thomas built buses saf-t-liner c2, and saf-t-liner hdx transit buses manufactured july 15, 2014, to july 21, 2016, and equipped with certain model s2005, s2010, s5005, s5010, s5505, and s5510 wheelchair lifts by ricon.  The affected lifts are equipped with folding link arms that may have pivot holes that are too big, allowing the bearings to move out of position.

Consequence
If the bearings move out of position, the stowed platform may have excessive movement resulting in failure of the platform mounting.  This failure could cause the wheel chair lift platform to fall out of the vehicle when the doors are opened, increasing the risk of injury for the lift operator.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and ricon dealers will inspect the link arms for damage or for displaced bearings.  The platform will be inspected for cracks.  Any damaged parts will be replaced, free of charge.  The recall began on october 10, 2016.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712, or ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884 or by email at admin16e020@wabtec.com.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-716.

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.

DEFECT #10 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

Posted on: 2016-08-31
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 thomas built buses safe-t-liner c2, saf-t-liner hdx, saf-t-liner efx, and minotour drw school buses manufactured july 15, 2014, to july 21, 2016, and equipped with certain model s2005, s2010, s5005, s5010, s5505, and s5510 wheelchair lifts by ricon.  The affected lifts are equipped with folding link arms that may have pivot holes that are too big, allowing the bearings to move out of position.

Consequence
If the bearings move out of position, the stowed platform may have excessive movement resulting in failure of the platform mounting.  This failure could cause the wheel chair lift platform to fall out of the vehicle when the doors are opened, increasing the risk of injury for the lift operator.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and ricon dealers will inspect the link arms for damage or for displaced bearings.  The platform will be inspected for cracks.  Any damaged parts will be replaced, free of charge.  The recall began on october 10, 2016.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712, or ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884 or by email at admin16e020@wabtec.com.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-716.

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.

DEFECT #11 - STEERING:LINKAGES

Posted on: 2017-03-01
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2017-2018 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx transit buses.  The upper pinch bolt that secures the mechanical connection between the steering wheel and the front wheels may not have been properly tightened.

Consequence
The loose pinch bolt may result in a loss of steering and vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering shaft pinch bolt, tightening it as necessary, free of charge.  The recall began on february 24, 2017.  Owners may contact dtna customer service 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for the recall is fl-733.

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.

DEFECT #12 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

Posted on: 2016-08-31
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 thomas built buses saf-t-liner c2, and saf-t-liner hdx transit buses manufactured july 15, 2014, to july 21, 2016, and equipped with certain model s2005, s2010, s5005, s5010, s5505, and s5510 wheelchair lifts by ricon.  The affected lifts are equipped with folding link arms that may have pivot holes that are too big, allowing the bearings to move out of position.

Consequence
If the bearings move out of position, the stowed platform may have excessive movement resulting in failure of the platform mounting.  This failure could cause the wheel chair lift platform to fall out of the vehicle when the doors are opened, increasing the risk of injury for the lift operator.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and ricon dealers will inspect the link arms for damage or for displaced bearings.  The platform will be inspected for cracks.  Any damaged parts will be replaced, free of charge.  The recall began on october 10, 2016.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712, or ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884 or by email at admin16e020@wabtec.com.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-716.

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.

DEFECT #13 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

Posted on: 2016-08-31
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 thomas built buses safe-t-liner c2, saf-t-liner hdx, saf-t-liner efx, and minotour drw school buses manufactured july 15, 2014, to july 21, 2016, and equipped with certain model s2005, s2010, s5005, s5010, s5505, and s5510 wheelchair lifts by ricon.  The affected lifts are equipped with folding link arms that may have pivot holes that are too big, allowing the bearings to move out of position.

Consequence
If the bearings move out of position, the stowed platform may have excessive movement resulting in failure of the platform mounting.  This failure could cause the wheel chair lift platform to fall out of the vehicle when the doors are opened, increasing the risk of injury for the lift operator.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and ricon dealers will inspect the link arms for damage or for displaced bearings.  The platform will be inspected for cracks.  Any damaged parts will be replaced, free of charge.  The recall began on october 10, 2016.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712, or ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884 or by email at admin16e020@wabtec.com.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-716.

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.

DEFECT #14 - STEERING:LINKAGES

Posted on: 2017-03-01
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2017-2018 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx school buses.  The upper pinch bolt that secures the mechanical connection between the steering wheel and the front wheels may not have been properly tightened.

Consequence
The loose pinch bolt may result in a loss of steering and vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering shaft pinch bolt, tightening it as necessary, free of charge.  The recall began on february 24, 2017.  Owners may contact dtna customer service 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for the recall is fl-733.

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.

DEFECT #15 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

Posted on: 2016-08-31
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 thomas built buses safe-t-liner c2, saf-t-liner hdx, saf-t-liner efx, and minotour drw school buses manufactured july 15, 2014, to july 21, 2016, and equipped with certain model s2005, s2010, s5005, s5010, s5505, and s5510 wheelchair lifts by ricon.  The affected lifts are equipped with folding link arms that may have pivot holes that are too big, allowing the bearings to move out of position.

Consequence
If the bearings move out of position, the stowed platform may have excessive movement resulting in failure of the platform mounting.  This failure could cause the wheel chair lift platform to fall out of the vehicle when the doors are opened, increasing the risk of injury for the lift operator.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and ricon dealers will inspect the link arms for damage or for displaced bearings.  The platform will be inspected for cracks.  Any damaged parts will be replaced, free of charge.  The recall began on october 10, 2016.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712, or ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884 or by email at admin16e020@wabtec.com.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-716.

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.

DEFECT #16 - STEERING:LINKAGES

Posted on: 2017-03-01
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2017-2018 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx school buses.  The upper pinch bolt that secures the mechanical connection between the steering wheel and the front wheels may not have been properly tightened.

Consequence
The loose pinch bolt may result in a loss of steering and vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering shaft pinch bolt, tightening it as necessary, free of charge.  The recall began on february 24, 2017.  Owners may contact dtna customer service 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for the recall is fl-733.

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.

DEFECT #17 - EQUIPMENT

Posted on: 2018-02-02
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2002-2017 thomas built buses saf-t-liner c2, saf-t-liner hdx, fs65, and minotour school buses, equipped with kidde plastic-handle or push button 'pindicator' fire extinguishers.  These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher.  Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable.  For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/rmisc-17e062-5427.pdf

Consequence
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners instructing them to contact kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge.  The recall is expected to begin march 30, 2018.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712 or kidde customer service at 1-855-262-3540 or online at www.kidde.com and click on product safety recall for more information.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-759.

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.

DEFECT #18 - SEATS

Posted on: 2017-09-25
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2014-2018 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx and saf-t-liner c2 transit buses.  A reinforcement bracket may be missing from the seats that have 3-point seat belts.

Consequence
Without the reinforcement bracket, the seat may not remain adequately secured, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seats, installing any missing reinforcement brackets, as needed, free of charge.  An interim notice was sent to owners on november 7, 2017.  The recall began on march 14, 2018.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-747.

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.

DEFECT #19 - SEAT BELTS

Posted on: 2017-11-21
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2016-2017 thomas built buses saf-t-liner c2, saf-t-liner efx, saf-t-liner hdx, and minotour srw school buses, equipped with immi-brand 3-point lap and shoulder belts.  Under load, the seat belt buckle mount rod can fracture.  As such, these seats fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 210, seat belt assembly anchorages.

Consequence
In the event of a crash, if the buckle mount rod fractures, the seat occupant may not be restrained, increasing their risk of injury.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat belt buckle rods, free of charge.  Dtna issues owners an interim notification on december 11, 2017.  The recall is expected to begin january 15, 2018.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-753.

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.

DEFECT #20 - SEATS

Posted on: 2018-03-27
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2014-2018 thomas built buses saf-t-liner c2, saf-t-liner hdx, saf-t-liner efx, and minotour school buses, equipped with certain syntec-brand s3b, non-restraint, wall mounted seats.  The wall mounting bracket may crack, which may cause the seat to not remain secured in place in the event of a crash.

Consequence
In the event of a crash, if the seat does not remain secured to the wall, the occupant has an increased risk of an injury.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional wall mounting bracket, free of charge.  The recall is expected to begin may 21, 2018.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-763.

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.

DEFECT #21 - SEATS

Posted on: 2018-03-27
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2014-2018 thomas built buses saf-t-liner c2, saf-t-liner hdx, saf-t-liner efx, and minotour transit buses, equipped with certain syntec-brand s3b, non-restraint, wall mounted seats.  The wall mounting bracket may crack, which may cause the seat to not remain secured in place in the event of a crash.  

Consequence
In the event of a crash, if the seat does not remain secured to the wall, the occupant has an increased risk of an injury.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional wall mounting bracket, free of charge.  The recall is expected to begin may 21, 2018.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-763.

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.

DEFECT #22 - SEATS

Posted on: 2017-09-25
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2014-2018 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx and saf-t-liner c2 school buses.  A reinforcement bracket may be missing from the seats that have 3-point seat belts.  

Consequence
Without the reinforcement bracket, the seat may not be adequately secured, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seats, installing any missing reinforcement brackets, free of charge.  An interim notice was mailed to owners on november 7, 2017.  A second notice will be mailed to owners when the remedy becomes available.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-747.

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.

DEFECT #23 - SEATS

Posted on: 2018-03-27
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2014-2018 thomas built buses saf-t-liner c2, saf-t-liner hdx, saf-t-liner efx, and minotour school buses, equipped with certain syntec-brand s3b, non-restraint, wall mounted seats.  The wall mounting bracket may crack, which may cause the seat to not remain secured in place in the event of a crash.

Consequence
In the event of a crash, if the seat does not remain secured to the wall, the occupant has an increased risk of an injury.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional wall mounting bracket, free of charge.  Dtna issued an interim notification to owners on may 9, 2018.  The recall is expected to begin may 21, 2018.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-763.

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.

DEFECT #24 - SEATS

Posted on: 2018-03-27
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2014-2018 thomas built buses saf-t-liner c2, saf-t-liner hdx, saf-t-liner efx, and minotour transit buses, equipped with certain syntec-brand s3b, non-restraint, wall mounted seats.  The wall mounting bracket may crack, which may cause the seat to not remain secured in place in the event of a crash.  

Consequence
In the event of a crash, if the seat does not remain secured to the wall, the occupant has an increased risk of an injury.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional wall mounting bracket, free of charge.  Dtna issued an interim notification to owners on may 10, 2018.  The recall is expected to begin may 21, 2018.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-763.

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.

DEFECT #25 - SEATS

Posted on: 2017-09-25
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2014-2018 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx and saf-t-liner c2 school buses.  A reinforcement bracket may be missing from the seats that have 3-point seat belts.  

Consequence
Without the reinforcement bracket, the seat may not be adequately secured, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seats, installing any missing reinforcement brackets, free of charge.  An interim notice was mailed to owners on november 7, 2017.  The recall began on march 15, 2018.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-747.

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.

DEFECT #26 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER

Posted on: 2018-06-01
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2017-2019 thomas built buses saf-t-liner c2, saf-t-liner efx and saf-t-liner hdx school buses equipped with air disc brakes.  The brake caliper mounting bolts on these vehicles may be insufficiently tightened, allowing the bolts to loosen.

Consequence
If the brake caliper mounting bolts come loose, braking performance may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake caliper mounting bolts and tighten them as necessary, free of charge.  Dtna issued owners an interim notification on july 25, 2018.  The recall began september 4, 2018.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-772.

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.

DEFECT #27 - SEATS

Posted on: 2018-03-27
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2014-2018 thomas built buses saf-t-liner c2, saf-t-liner hdx, saf-t-liner efx, and minotour school buses, equipped with certain syntec-brand s3b, non-restraint, wall mounted seats.  The wall mounting bracket may crack, which may cause the seat to not remain secured in place in the event of a crash.

Consequence
In the event of a crash, if the seat does not remain secured to the wall, the occupant has an increased risk of an injury.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional wall mounting bracket, free of charge.  Dtna issued an interim notification to owners on may 9, 2018.  The recall began may 10, 2018.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-763.

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.

DEFECT #28 - SEATS

Posted on: 2018-03-27
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2014-2018 thomas built buses saf-t-liner c2, saf-t-liner hdx, saf-t-liner efx, and minotour transit buses, equipped with certain syntec-brand s3b, non-restraint, wall mounted seats.  The wall mounting bracket may crack, which may cause the seat to not remain secured in place in the event of a crash.  

Consequence
In the event of a crash, if the seat does not remain secured to the wall, the occupant has an increased risk of an injury.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional wall mounting bracket, free of charge.  Dtna issued an interim notification to owners on may 10, 2018.  The recall began may 10, 2018.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-763.

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.

DEFECT #29 - SEATS

Posted on: 2017-09-25
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2014-2018 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx and saf-t-liner c2 school buses.  A reinforcement bracket may be missing from the seats that have 3-point seat belts.  

Consequence
Without the reinforcement bracket, the seat may not be adequately secured, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seats, installing any missing reinforcement brackets, free of charge.  An interim notice was mailed to owners on november 7, 2017.  The recall began on march 15, 2018.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-747.

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.

DEFECT #30 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC

Posted on: 2019-06-12
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2010-2020 thomas built buses saf-t-liner c2, 2016-2019 hdx, and 2017-2019 efx school buses equipped with bendix air disc brakes.  The driver side rear brakes may drag.

Consequence
The dragging brakes may lead to high temperatures at the wheel end, increasing the risk of smoke and fire, possibly resulting in the bus having to be evacuated, which can increase the risk of injury.  

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will install a new caliper with an updated clearance adjustment mechanism, free of charge.  The recall began august 9, 2019.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-818.

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.

DEFECT #31 - SEATS

Posted on: 2019-10-07
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2014-2020 thomas built saf-t-liner efx, minotour, saf-t-liner c2, and saf-t-liner hdx school buses equipped with syntec s3b or s3c seats.  The seats may have been manufactured with styrene blocks that may not provide sufficient impact absorption in certain specific areas around the steel seat frame of the back support.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 222, school bus passenger seating and crash protection.

Consequence
The lack of impact absorption increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will install additional impact material between the re-bond back and the vinyl back cover to increase the amount of absorption, free of charge.  Dtna issued owners an interim notification on november 29, 2019.  The recall began june 22, 2020.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-832.

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.

DEFECT #32 - SEATS

Posted on: 2019-10-07
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2014-2020 thomas built saf-t-liner efx, minotour, saf-t-liner c2, and saf-t-liner hdx school buses equipped with syntec s3b or s3c seats.  The seats may have been manufactured with styrene blocks that may not provide sufficient impact absorption in certain specific areas around the steel seat frame of the back support.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 222, school bus passenger seating and crash protection.

Consequence
The lack of impact absorption increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will install additional impact material between the re-bond back and the vinyl back cover to increase the amount of absorption, free of charge.  Dtna issued owners an interim notification on november 29, 2019.  The recall began june 22, 2020.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-832.

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.

DEFECT #33 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Posted on: 2020-05-06
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2010-2020 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx school buses.  The lettering on the instruction label for the rear emergency exit window may be too small.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 217, bus emergency exits and window retention and release.

Consequence
Small lettering may be difficult for occupants to read, delaying the reaction time to open the exit, increasing the risk of injury.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners and mail a new label to attach to the exit window by first class mail, free of charge.  Dtna issued owners an interim notification on june 17, 2020.  The recall began september 10, 2020.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-849.

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.

DEFECT #34 - STRUCTURE:EMERGENCY:ESCAPE/EGRESS/EXIT

Posted on: 2020-05-06
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2010-2020 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx school buses.  The lettering on the instruction label for the rear emergency exit window may be too small.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 217, bus emergency exits and window retention and release.

Consequence
Small lettering may be difficult for occupants to read, delaying the reaction time to open the exit, increasing the risk of injury.

Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners and mail a new label to attach to the exit window by first class mail, free of charge.  Dtna issued owners an interim notification on june 17, 2020.  The recall began september 10, 2020.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl-849.

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.

DEFECT #35 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

Posted on: 2021-08-26
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.  

Consequence
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.  

DEFECT #36 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

Posted on: 2021-08-26
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.  

Consequence
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.  

DEFECT #37 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

Posted on: 2021-08-26
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.  

Consequence
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.  

DEFECT #38 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

Posted on: 2021-08-26
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.  

Consequence
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.  

DEFECT #39 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

Posted on: 2021-08-26
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.  

Consequence
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.  

DEFECT #40 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

Posted on: 2021-08-26
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2016-2021 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx transit 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, potentially damaging the power steering hose.

Consequence
A damaged power steering hose can leak, and increase 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.  

DEFECT #41 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

Posted on: 2021-08-26
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2016-2021 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx transit 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, potentially damaging the power steering hose.

Consequence
A damaged power steering hose can leak, and increase 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.  

DEFECT #42 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

Posted on: 2021-08-26
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2016-2021 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx transit 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, potentially damaging the power steering hose.

Consequence
A damaged power steering hose can leak, and increase 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.  

DEFECT #43 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

Posted on: 2021-08-26
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2016-2021 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx transit 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, potentially damaging the power steering hose.

Consequence
A damaged power steering hose can leak, and increase 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.  

DEFECT #44 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

Posted on: 2021-08-26
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2016-2021 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx transit 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, potentially damaging the power steering hose.

Consequence
A damaged power steering hose can leak, and increase 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.  

DEFECT #45 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

Posted on: 2021-08-26
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2016-2021 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx transit 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, potentially damaging the power steering hose.

Consequence
A damaged power steering hose can leak, and increase 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.  

DEFECT #46 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

Posted on: 2021-08-26
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2016-2021 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx transit 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, potentially damaging the power steering hose.

Consequence
A damaged power steering hose can leak, and increase 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.  

DEFECT #47 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

Posted on: 2021-08-26
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2016-2021 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx transit 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, potentially damaging the power steering hose.

Consequence
A damaged power steering hose can leak, and increase 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.  

DEFECT #48 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

Posted on: 2021-08-26
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2016-2021 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx transit 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, potentially damaging the power steering hose.

Consequence
A damaged power steering hose can leak, and increase 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.  

DEFECT #49 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

Posted on: 2021-08-26
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2016-2021 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx transit 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, potentially damaging the power steering hose.

Consequence
A damaged power steering hose can leak, and increase 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.  

DEFECT #50 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

Posted on: 2021-08-26
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2016-2021 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx transit 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, potentially damaging the power steering hose.

Consequence
A damaged power steering hose can leak, and increase 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.  

DEFECT #51 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

Posted on: 2021-08-26
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2016-2021 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx transit 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, potentially damaging the power steering hose.

Consequence
A damaged power steering hose can leak, and increase 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.  

DEFECT #52 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

Posted on: 2021-08-26
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2016-2021 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx transit 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, potentially damaging the power steering hose.

Consequence
A damaged power steering hose can leak, and increase 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.  

DEFECT #53 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

Posted on: 2021-08-26
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2016-2021 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx transit 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, potentially damaging the power steering hose.

Consequence
A damaged power steering hose can leak, and increase 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.  

DEFECT #54 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

Posted on: 2021-08-26
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2016-2021 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx transit 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, potentially damaging the power steering hose.

Consequence
A damaged power steering hose can leak, and increase 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.  

DEFECT #55 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

Posted on: 2021-08-26
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2016-2021 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx transit 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, potentially damaging the power steering hose.

Consequence
A damaged power steering hose can leak, and increase 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.  

DEFECT #56 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

Posted on: 2021-08-26
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2016-2021 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx transit 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, potentially damaging the power steering hose.

Consequence
A damaged power steering hose can leak, and increase 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.  

DEFECT #57 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

Posted on: 2021-08-26
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2016-2021 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx transit 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, potentially damaging the power steering hose.

Consequence
A damaged power steering hose can leak, and increase 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.  

DEFECT #58 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

Posted on: 2021-08-26
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2016-2021 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx transit 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, potentially damaging the power steering hose.

Consequence
A damaged power steering hose can leak, and increase 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.  

DEFECT #59 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

Posted on: 2021-08-26
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2016-2021 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx transit 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, potentially damaging the power steering hose.

Consequence
A damaged power steering hose can leak, and increase 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.  

DEFECT #60 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

Posted on: 2021-08-26
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2016-2021 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx transit 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, potentially damaging the power steering hose.

Consequence
A damaged power steering hose can leak, and increase 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.  

DEFECT #61 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

Posted on: 2021-08-26
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2016-2021 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx transit 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, potentially damaging the power steering hose.

Consequence
A damaged power steering hose can leak, and increase 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.  

DEFECT #62 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

Posted on: 2021-08-26
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2016-2021 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx transit 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, potentially damaging the power steering hose.

Consequence
A damaged power steering hose can leak, and increase 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.  

DEFECT #63 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

Posted on: 2021-08-26
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2016-2021 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx transit 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, potentially damaging the power steering hose.

Consequence
A damaged power steering hose can leak, and increase 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.  

DEFECT #64 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

Posted on: 2021-08-26
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2016-2021 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx transit 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, potentially damaging the power steering hose.

Consequence
A damaged power steering hose can leak, and increase 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.  

DEFECT #65 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

Posted on: 2021-08-26
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2016-2021 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx transit 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, potentially damaging the power steering hose.

Consequence
A damaged power steering hose can leak, and increase 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.  

DEFECT #66 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

Posted on: 2021-08-26
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2016-2021 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx transit 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, potentially damaging the power steering hose.

Consequence
A damaged power steering hose can leak, and increase 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.  

DEFECT #67 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

Posted on: 2021-08-26
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2016-2021 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx transit 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, potentially damaging the power steering hose.

Consequence
A damaged power steering hose can leak, and increase 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.  

DEFECT #68 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

Posted on: 2021-08-26
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2016-2021 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx transit 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, potentially damaging the power steering hose.

Consequence
A damaged power steering hose can leak, and increase 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.  

DEFECT #69 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

Posted on: 2021-08-26
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2016-2021 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx transit 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, potentially damaging the power steering hose.

Consequence
A damaged power steering hose can leak, and increase 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.  

DEFECT #70 - STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

Posted on: 2022-10-12
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2011-2023 thomas built efx and hdx school buses.  The exterior roof panel was manufactured with insufficient joint strength.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 221, school bus body joint strength.  

Consequence
A school bus exterior roof panel with insufficient joint strength may separate during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.  

Corrective Action
Dealers will add additional mechanical fasteners to secure the joints, free of charge.  Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed december 10, 2022.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl957.  

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.  

DEFECT #71 - STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

Posted on: 2022-10-12
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2011-2023 thomas built efx and hdx school buses.  The exterior roof panel was manufactured with insufficient joint strength.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 221, school bus body joint strength.  

Consequence
A school bus exterior roof panel with insufficient joint strength may separate during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.  

Corrective Action
Dealers will add additional mechanical fasteners to secure the joints, free of charge.  Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed december 10, 2022.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl957.  

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.  

DEFECT #72 - STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

Posted on: 2022-10-12
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2011-2023 thomas built efx and hdx school buses.  The exterior roof panel was manufactured with insufficient joint strength.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 221, school bus body joint strength.  

Consequence
A school bus exterior roof panel with insufficient joint strength may separate during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.  

Corrective Action
Dealers will add additional mechanical fasteners to secure the joints, free of charge.  Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed december 10, 2022.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl957.  

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.  

DEFECT #73 - STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

Posted on: 2022-10-12
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2011-2023 thomas built efx and hdx school buses.  The exterior roof panel was manufactured with insufficient joint strength.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 221, school bus body joint strength.  

Consequence
A school bus exterior roof panel with insufficient joint strength may separate during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.  

Corrective Action
Dealers will add additional mechanical fasteners to secure the joints, free of charge.  Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed december 10, 2022.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl957.  

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.  

DEFECT #74 - STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

Posted on: 2022-10-12
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2011-2023 thomas built efx and hdx school buses.  The exterior roof panel was manufactured with insufficient joint strength.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 221, school bus body joint strength.  

Consequence
A school bus exterior roof panel with insufficient joint strength may separate during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.  

Corrective Action
Dealers will add additional mechanical fasteners to secure the joints, free of charge.  Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed december 28, 2022.  A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl957.  

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.  

DEFECT #75 - STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

Posted on: 2022-10-12
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2011-2023 thomas built efx and hdx school buses.  The exterior roof panel was manufactured with insufficient joint strength.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 221, school bus body joint strength.  

Consequence
A school bus exterior roof panel with insufficient joint strength may separate during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.  

Corrective Action
Dealers will add additional mechanical fasteners to secure the joints, free of charge.  Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed december 28, 2022.  A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl957.  

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.  

DEFECT #76 - STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

Posted on: 2022-10-12
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2011-2023 thomas built efx and hdx school buses.  The exterior roof panel was manufactured with insufficient joint strength.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 221, school bus body joint strength.  

Consequence
A school bus exterior roof panel with insufficient joint strength may separate during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.  

Corrective Action
Dealers will add additional mechanical fasteners to secure the joints, free of charge.  Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed december 28, 2022.  A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl957.  

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.  

DEFECT #77 - STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

Posted on: 2022-10-12
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2011-2023 thomas built efx and hdx school buses.  The exterior roof panel was manufactured with insufficient joint strength.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 221, school bus body joint strength.  

Consequence
A school bus exterior roof panel with insufficient joint strength may separate during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.  

Corrective Action
Dealers will add additional mechanical fasteners to secure the joints, free of charge.  Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed december 28, 2022.  A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl957.  

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.  

DEFECT #78 - STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

Posted on: 2022-10-12
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2011-2023 thomas built efx and hdx school buses.  The exterior roof panel was manufactured with insufficient joint strength.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 221, school bus body joint strength.  

Consequence
A school bus exterior roof panel with insufficient joint strength may separate during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.  

Corrective Action
Dealers will add additional mechanical fasteners to secure the joints, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed june 2, 2023.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl957.  

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.  

DEFECT #79 - STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

Posted on: 2022-10-12
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2011-2023 thomas built efx and hdx school buses.  The exterior roof panel was manufactured with insufficient joint strength.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 221, school bus body joint strength.  

Consequence
A school bus exterior roof panel with insufficient joint strength may separate during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.  

Corrective Action
Dealers will add additional mechanical fasteners to secure the joints, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed june 2, 2023.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl957.  

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.  

DEFECT #80 - STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

Posted on: 2022-10-12
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2011-2023 thomas built efx and hdx school buses.  The exterior roof panel was manufactured with insufficient joint strength.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 221, school bus body joint strength.  

Consequence
A school bus exterior roof panel with insufficient joint strength may separate during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.  

Corrective Action
Dealers will add additional mechanical fasteners to secure the joints, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed june 2, 2023.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl957.  

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.  

DEFECT #81 - STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

Posted on: 2022-10-12
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2011-2023 thomas built efx and hdx school buses.  The exterior roof panel was manufactured with insufficient joint strength.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 221, school bus body joint strength.  

Consequence
A school bus exterior roof panel with insufficient joint strength may separate during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.  

Corrective Action
Dealers will add additional mechanical fasteners to secure the joints, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed june 2, 2023.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl957.  

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.  

DEFECT #82 - STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

Posted on: 2022-10-12
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2011-2023 thomas built efx and hdx school buses.  The exterior roof panel was manufactured with insufficient joint strength.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 221, school bus body joint strength.  

Consequence
A school bus exterior roof panel with insufficient joint strength may separate during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.  

Corrective Action
Dealers will add additional mechanical fasteners to secure the joints, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed june 2, 2023.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl957.  

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.  

DEFECT #83 - STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

Posted on: 2022-10-12
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2011-2023 thomas built efx and hdx school buses.  The exterior roof panel was manufactured with insufficient joint strength.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 221, school bus body joint strength.  

Consequence
A school bus exterior roof panel with insufficient joint strength may separate during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.  

Corrective Action
Dealers will add additional mechanical fasteners to secure the joints, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed june 2, 2023.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl957.  

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.  

DEFECT #84 - STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

Posted on: 2022-10-12
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2011-2023 thomas built efx and hdx school buses.  The exterior roof panel was manufactured with insufficient joint strength.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 221, school bus body joint strength.  

Consequence
A school bus exterior roof panel with insufficient joint strength may separate during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.  

Corrective Action
Dealers will add additional mechanical fasteners to secure the joints, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed june 2, 2023.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl957.  

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.  

DEFECT #85 - STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

Posted on: 2022-10-12
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2011-2023 thomas built efx and hdx school buses.  The exterior roof panel was manufactured with insufficient joint strength.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 221, school bus body joint strength.  

Consequence
A school bus exterior roof panel with insufficient joint strength may separate during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.  

Corrective Action
Dealers will add additional mechanical fasteners to secure the joints, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed june 2, 2023.  Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712.  Dtna's number for this recall is fl957.  

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.