Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #18V352000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V352000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Affecting 2017-2019 thomas built buses saf-t-liner c2, saf-t-liner efx and saf-t-liner hdx school buses equipped with air disc brakes Includes 2,767 affected units, Improperly Torqued Brake Caliper Mounting Bolts, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModels2017-2019 thomas built buses saf-t-liner c2, saf-t-liner efx and saf-t-liner hdx school buses equipped with air disc brakes
Defect Summary
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2017-2019 thomas built buses saf-t-liner c2, saf-t-liner efx and saf-t-liner hdx school buses equipped with air disc brakes. the brake caliper mounting bolts on these vehicles may be insufficiently tightened, allowing the bolts to loosen.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake caliper mounting bolts and tighten them as necessary, free of charge. dtna issued owners an interim notification on july 25, 2018. the recall began september 4, 2018. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl-772.