Recall 20V126000: 2019–2020 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2, 2019–2020 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner EFX, 2019–2020 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Mar 3, 2020
Vehicles affected
581
Models
3
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

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.

The risk

Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

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.

Affected vehicles

Details

NHTSA campaign
20V126000
Manufacturer campaign
FL-845
Manufacturer
Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Owner letters
May 2, 2020
Components
Service brakes, air:disc:caliper (Brakes)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology