Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #08V321000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 08V321000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Includes 5 affected units, FMVSS 403/WHEELCHAIR LIFT/MAXON/OUTBOARD ROLLSTOP, component: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Defect Summary
Daimler trucks is recalling 5 my 2006 thomas built fs-65 school buses manufactured between june 1 and june 8, 2006, equipped with maxon wheelchair lifts. bending occurs on the locking bracket attachments and in the ramp extrusion which fail to conform to the loading requirement of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 403, "platform lift systems for motor vehicles."
Corrective Action
Daimler trucks will notify owners and provide a free remedy which will be performed by thomas built dealerships. the recall began on august 27, 2008. owners may contact thomas built at 1-336-889-4871.