2023–2024 Thomas Built Buses Hdx, Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner C2, Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner C2 Jouley +more: Steering recall
NHTSA campaign 23V259000 · 48 units potentially affected · filed Apr 7, 2023
What's wrong
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2023 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER SAF-T-LINER C2 Jouley, Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER EFX, Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner HDX, Thomas Built Buses Chassis and 2023-2024 School Bus Chassis school buses. The tie rod may be missing a fastener, allowing the steer arm to detach.
Why it matters
A detached steering arm can result in a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
DTNA will inspect and repair or replace the tie rod assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL970.
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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 23V259000
- Manufacturer no.
- FL970
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America, Llc
- Component
- STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
- Units affected
- 48
- Report received
- Apr 7, 2023
- Owner letters
- Aug 11, 2023
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.