Recall 24V401000: 2024–2025 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2, 2025 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner EFX

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Jun 4, 2024
Vehicles affected
27
Models
2
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 and 2025 Thomas Built Buses Safe-T-Liner EFX school buses. The front axle tie rod ball joint studs may crack and break, which can result in tie rod separation.

The risk

Tie rod separation can cause a sudden loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the tie rod assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 25, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is D24R6.

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
24V401000
Manufacturer campaign
D24R6
Manufacturer
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
Owner letters
Jul 25, 2024
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