Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #17V217000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17V217000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Includes 1 affected units, Transmission Grade Brake may Remain Activated, component: POWER TRAIN, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling one model year 2016 thomas built buses saf-t-liner c2 school bus equipped with an 8.0l propane engine and an allison transmission. the transmission grade brake on this bus may not deactivate when the disable switch is depressed, which can cause a loss of traction in certain icy, or other slippery conditions, due to aggressive downshifting.

Corrective Action

Dtna will notify the owner, and a dealer will update the bus' programming, free of charge. the recall began on may 26, 2017. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl-734.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 17V217000
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America, Llc
Report Received Date: 2017-03-29T00:00:00
Subject: Transmission grade brake may remain activated
Component: Power Train
Potentially Affected Units: 1

Details

MFR Campaign Number: FL-734
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling one model year 2016 thomas built buses saf-t-liner c2 school bus equipped with an 8.0l propane engine and an allison transmission. the transmission grade brake on this bus may not deactivate when the disable switch is depressed, which can cause a loss of traction in certain icy, or other slippery conditions, due to aggressive downshifting.
Consequence Summary: If the transmission grade brake stays engaged, unknowingly to the operator, in low-traction conditions, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Dtna will notify the owner, and a dealer will update the bus' programming, free of charge. the recall began on may 26, 2017. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl-734.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 100

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NHTSA ID: 17V217000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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