Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #08V269000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 08V269000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Includes 2,506 affected units, TRANSVERSE BEAM/SAF HOLLAND, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Daimler trucks is recalling 2,506 my 2008 xc motor home chassis and thomas built hdx school and transit buses equipped with saf-holland adl series rear suspensions. in some instances the transverse beam was not properly welded which could result in a failure of the weld.

Corrective Action

Daimler trucks is working with saf-holland to have a visual inspection of the adl transverse beam performed. if a weld defect is identified, saf-holland will provide a service replacement kit that contains a new transverse beam, all necessary installation hardware, beam replacement, and instructions free of charge (please see 08e031). the recall recall began on september 12, 2008 (thomas built buses) and october 8, 2008. owners may contact saf-holland at 1-231-773-3271 or daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 08V269000

Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America, Llc

Report Received Date: 2008-06-17T00:00:00

Subject: Transverse beam/saf holland

Component: Suspension

Potentially Affected Units: 2,506

Details

MFR Campaign Number: FL-530

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Daimler trucks is recalling 2,506 my 2008 xc motor home chassis and thomas built hdx school and transit buses equipped with saf-holland adl series rear suspensions. in some instances the transverse beam was not properly welded which could result in a failure of the weld.

Consequence Summary: If the weld fails, vehicle stability while cornering could be affected resulting in loss of vehicle control, possibly resulting in a crash. in addition, the transverse beam could drop to the ground causing sparks that could cause a fire hazard.

Corrective Action: Daimler trucks is working with saf-holland to have a visual inspection of the adl transverse beam performed. if a weld defect is identified, saf-holland will provide a service replacement kit that contains a new transverse beam, all necessary installation hardware, beam replacement, and instructions free of charge (please see 08e031). the recall recall began on september 12, 2008 (thomas built buses) and october 8, 2008. owners may contact saf-holland at 1-231-773-3271 or daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 08V269000

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