Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #13V468000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 13V468000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Affecting model year 2013 thomas built minotour drw school buses manufactured june 29, 2013, through july 16, 2013 Includes 32 affected units, Floor Joints May Not Stay Joined, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2013 thomas built minotour drw school buses manufactured june 29, 2013, through july 16, 2013

Defect Summary

Daimler trucks north america (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2013 thomas built minotour drw school buses manufactured june 29, 2013, through july 16, 2013. these vehicles were built with an alternative floor sheet metal which may not be properly bond to the other floor components due to the adhesive that was used.

Corrective Action

Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will add fasteners to the floor joints, free of charge. The recall began on november 18, 2013. owners may contact dtna at 1-503-745-6910. dtna's recall number is fl-647.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 13V468000

Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America, Llc

Report Received Date: 2013-09-18T00:00:00

Subject: Floor joints may not stay joined

Component: Structure

Potentially Affected Units: 32

Details

MFR Campaign Number: FL-647

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Daimler trucks north america (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2013 thomas built minotour drw school buses manufactured june 29, 2013, through july 16, 2013. these vehicles were built with an alternative floor sheet metal which may not be properly bond to the other floor components due to the adhesive that was used.

Consequence Summary: As a result, the floor joints may be weaker than specified and, in the event of a crash, the floor may separate increasing the risk of injury.

Corrective Action: Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will add fasteners to the floor joints, free of charge. The recall began on november 18, 2013. owners may contact dtna at 1-503-745-6910. dtna's recall number is fl-647.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 77.42

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