70 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - STRUCTURE:EMERGENCY:ESCAPE/EGRESS/EXIT
Posted on: 2019-07-25
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2019-2020 thomas built minotour, saf-t liner c2, saf-t liner efx, and saf-t liner hdx school buses equipped with safe fleet prolo roof escape hatches. Due to a manufacturing issue, the roof hatch external handle may unexpectedly break under reasonable use.
Consequence
If the roof hatch external handle breaks, in the event of an emergency, the hatch cannot be easily opened from outside the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will install a new handle, free of charge. Owners were issued an interim notification on september 13, 2019. The recall began november 15, 2019. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-819.
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 - STRUCTURE:EMERGENCY:ESCAPE/EGRESS/EXIT
Posted on: 2019-07-25
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2019-2020 thomas built minotour, saf-t liner c2, saf-t liner efx, and saf-t liner hdx school buses equipped with safe fleet prolo roof escape hatches. Due to a manufacturing issue, the roof hatch external handle may unexpectedly break under reasonable use.
Consequence
If the roof hatch external handle breaks, in the event of an emergency, the hatch cannot be easily opened from outside the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will install a new handle, free of charge. Owners were issued an interim notification on september 13, 2019. The recall began november 15, 2019. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-819.
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 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER
Posted on: 2020-03-04
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2019-2020 thomas built saf-t-liner hdx, efx, and c2 school buses equipped with air disc brakes. The brake caliper mounting bolts may have been insufficiently tightened.
Consequence
Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the vehicles, free of charge. The recall began may 2, 2020. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-845.
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 - 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 #5 - 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 #6 - 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 #7 - 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 #8 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
Posted on: 2019-11-20
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.
Consequence
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.
DEFECT #9 - 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 #10 - 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 #11 - 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 #12 - 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 #13 - 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 #14 - SEATS
Posted on: 2021-06-21
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2018-2022 thomas built saf-t-liner hdx school buses. These school buses may have been manufactured with an incorrect passenger seat configuration that does not provide the proper amount of seat back protection. As such, these school buses fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 222, school bus passenger seating and crash protection.
Consequence
In the event of a crash, the seats may not adequately protect the occupants, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the rear passenger seats, free of charge. No owner notification will be distributed, all units were repaired on august 12, 2021. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-892.
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 #15 - SEATS
Posted on: 2021-06-21
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2018-2022 thomas built saf-t-liner hdx school buses. These school buses may have been manufactured with an incorrect passenger seat configuration that does not provide the proper amount of seat back protection. As such, these school buses fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 222, school bus passenger seating and crash protection.
Consequence
In the event of a crash, the seats may not adequately protect the occupants, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the rear passenger seats, free of charge. No owner notification will be distributed, all units were repaired on august 12, 2021. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-892.
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 #16 - SEATS
Posted on: 2021-06-21
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2018-2022 thomas built saf-t-liner hdx school buses. These school buses may have been manufactured with an incorrect passenger seat configuration that does not provide the proper amount of seat back protection. As such, these school buses fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 222, school bus passenger seating and crash protection.
Consequence
In the event of a crash, the seats may not adequately protect the occupants, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the rear passenger seats, free of charge. No owner notification will be distributed, all units were repaired on august 12, 2021. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-892.
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 #17 - FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Posted on: 2021-05-10
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.
Consequence
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.
DEFECT #18 - FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Posted on: 2021-05-10
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.
Consequence
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.
DEFECT #19 - 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 #20 - 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 #21 - 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 #22 - 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 #23 - 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 #24 - 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 #25 - 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 #26 - 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 #27 - 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 #28 - 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 #29 - FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Posted on: 2021-05-10
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.
Consequence
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.
DEFECT #30 - FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Posted on: 2021-05-10
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.
Consequence
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.
DEFECT #31 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
Posted on: 2022-04-25
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2019-2023 thomas built bus hdx commercial buses. The positive battery cable may be routed improperly, allowing it to chafe against the transmission oil cooler hoses, which can cause an electrical short circuit.
Consequence
An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and repair the cable routing, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed june 20, 2022. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl929.
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 #32 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
Posted on: 2022-04-25
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2019-2023 thomas built bus hdx school buses. The positive battery cable may be routed improperly, allowing it to chafe against the transmission oil cooler hoses, which can cause an electrical short circuit.
Consequence
An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and repair the cable routing, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed june 20, 2022. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl928.
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 #33 - 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 #34 - 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 #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 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 #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 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 #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 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 #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 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 #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 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 #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 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
Posted on: 2022-04-25
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2019-2023 thomas built bus hdx school buses. The positive battery cable may be routed improperly, allowing it to chafe against the transmission oil cooler hoses, which can cause an electrical short circuit.
Consequence
An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and repair the cable routing, as necessary, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed on june 20, 2022. A second notice will be sent once remedy parts become available. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl928.
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 - STRUCTURE:BODY
Posted on: 2022-09-15
Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2020-2023 thomas built saf-t-liner hdx school buses. The rear exterior side-body 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 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 november 11, 2022. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall fl953.
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 - 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 #56 - 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 #57 - 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 #58 - 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 #59 - 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 #60 - 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 #61 - 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 #62 - 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 #63 - 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 #64 - 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 #65 - 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 #66 - 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 #67 - 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 #68 - 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 #69 - 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 #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 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.