Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #17V317000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17V317000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Affecting 2013-2018 thomas built saf-t-liner hdx school buses Includes 152 affected units, Improperly Anchored Seat Lap Belt, component: SEAT BELTS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2013-2018 thomas built saf-t-liner hdx school buses

Defect Summary

Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2013-2018 thomas built saf-t-liner hdx school buses. the occupant seat lap belts may have been anchored to the seat instead of the bus structure.

Corrective Action

Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seats and modify the anchorage if necessary, free of charge. an interim notice was mailed to owners on june 15, 2017. a second notice will be mailed when the remedy becomes available. the recall is expected to begin on july 9, 2017. owners may contact dtna customer service 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for the recall is fl-736.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 17V317000
Report Received Date: 2017-05-11T00:00:00
Subject: Improperly anchored seat lap belt
Component: Seat Belts
Potentially Affected Units: 152

Details

MFR Campaign Number: FL-736
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2013-2018 thomas built saf-t-liner hdx school buses. the occupant seat lap belts may have been anchored to the seat instead of the bus structure.
Consequence Summary: A seat lap belt anchored to the seat instead of the bus structure may not properly restrain the seat occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action: Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seats and modify the anchorage if necessary, free of charge. an interim notice was mailed to owners on june 15, 2017. a second notice will be mailed when the remedy becomes available. the recall is expected to begin on july 9, 2017. owners may contact dtna customer service 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for the recall is fl-736.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 16.45

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NHTSA ID: 17V317000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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