23 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
Posted on: 2021-01-21
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2021 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx and efx school buses. On certain vehicles, one of the six brake caliper mounting bolts on the driver side steer axle may have been incorrectly tightened.
Consequence
The loose bolt could result in the other caliper bolts to loosen. Insufficiently tightened bolts may not provide adequate clamping force between the brake caliper and brake anchor plate, resulting in reduced brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair as necessary, free of charge. The recall began march 17, 2021. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-873.
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 - STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Posted on: 2021-04-13
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2021-2022 thomas built buses saf-t-liner c2, saf-t-liner efx, and saf-t-liner hdx school buses. The steering arm and tie rod bolts may have a defective seam that can fracture.
Consequence
A fractured bolt may cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tie rod arm bolts and steering arm, free of charge. The recall began on june 10, 2021. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-884.
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 - STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Posted on: 2021-04-13
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2021-2022 thomas built buses saf-t-liner c2, saf-t-liner efx, and saf-t-liner hdx school buses. The steering arm and tie rod bolts may have a defective seam that can fracture.
Consequence
A fractured bolt may cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tie rod arm bolts and steering arm, free of charge. The recall began on june 10, 2021. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-884.
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 - STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Posted on: 2021-04-13
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2021-2022 thomas built buses saf-t-liner c2, saf-t-liner efx, and saf-t-liner hdx school buses. The steering arm and tie rod bolts may have a defective seam that can fracture.
Consequence
A fractured bolt may cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tie rod arm bolts and steering arm, free of charge. The recall began on june 10, 2021. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-884.
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 - STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Posted on: 2021-04-13
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2021-2022 thomas built buses saf-t-liner c2, saf-t-liner efx, and saf-t-liner hdx school buses. The steering arm and tie rod bolts may have a defective seam that can fracture.
Consequence
A fractured bolt may cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tie rod arm bolts and steering arm, free of charge. The recall began on june 10, 2021. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-884.
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 - STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Posted on: 2021-04-13
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2021-2022 thomas built buses saf-t-liner c2, saf-t-liner efx, and saf-t-liner hdx school buses. The steering arm and tie rod bolts may have a defective seam that can fracture.
Consequence
A fractured bolt may cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tie rod arm bolts and steering arm, free of charge. The recall began on june 10, 2021. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-884.
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 - STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Posted on: 2021-04-13
Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2021-2022 thomas built buses saf-t-liner c2, saf-t-liner efx, and saf-t-liner hdx school buses. The steering arm and tie rod bolts may have a defective seam that can fracture.
Consequence
A fractured bolt may cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tie rod arm bolts and steering arm, free of charge. The recall began on june 10, 2021. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-884.
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 - 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 #9 - 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 #10 - 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 #11 - 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 #12 - 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 #13 - 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 #14 - 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 #15 - 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 #16 - 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 #17 - 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 #18 - 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 #19 - 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 #20 - 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 #21 - 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 #22 - 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 #23 - 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.