Recall 21V659000: 2016–2021 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Aug 25, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- 1,934
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
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.
The risk
A worn power steering hose increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2016 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX
- 2017 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX
- 2018 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX
- 2019 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX
- 2020 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX
- 2021 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 21V659000
- Manufacturer campaign
- FL898
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
- Owner letters
- Oct 15, 2021
- Components
- Steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections (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