Recall 20V435000: 2021 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jul 28, 2020
- Vehicles affected
- 1,713
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC. (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021 Saf-T-Liner C2 School Buses. The adjustable brake pedal arm may rotate from its original location due to an incorrect fit between the pedal adjustment tube and the upper brake arm casting.
The risk
A brake pedal that rotates out of position increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will install a new brake pedal assembly, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on September 22, 2020. The recall began February 17, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-857.
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
- 20V435000
- Manufacturer campaign
- FL-857
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America LLC
- Owner letters
- Feb 17, 2021
- Components
- Service brakes (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