Recall 22V762000: 2011–2023 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner EFX, 2011–2023 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Oct 12, 2022
Vehicles affected
17,613
Models
2
Initiated by
OVSC

The problem

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."

The risk

A school bus exterior roof panel with insufficient joint strength may separate during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

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.

Affected vehicles

Details

NHTSA campaign
22V762000
Manufacturer campaign
FL957
Manufacturer
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
Owner letters
Jun 2, 2023
Components
Structure:body:roof and pillars (Body & Structure)

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