Recall 21V370000: 2021–2022 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2, 2021–2022 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- May 19, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- 479
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner HDX School Buses and Saf-T-Liner C2 School Buses. The tie rod clamps may be loose, which could result in loose tie rod ends that could break or detach.
The risk
Detached or broken tie rod ends can result in steering loss, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the tie rod clamp bolts and nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 23, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-888.
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2021 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2
- 2022 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2
- 2021 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX
- 2022 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 21V370000
- Manufacturer campaign
- FL-888
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
- Owner letters
- Dec 23, 2021
- Components
- Steering:linkages:tie rod assembly (Steering)
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