Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #18V561000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V561000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Affecting 2017-2019 thomas built buses saf-t-liner c2 school buses, equipped with s3b 45" restraint school bus seats Includes 33 affected units, Seat Mounting Foot May Detach from Floor/FMVSS 210, component: SEATS, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModels2017-2019 thomas built buses saf-t-liner c2 school buses, equipped with s3b 45" restraint school bus seats
Defect Summary
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2017-2019 thomas built buses saf-t-liner c2 school buses, equipped with s3b 45" restraint school bus seats. in the event of a crash, the seat's foot may pull through the bolted joint at the bus floor. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will install a washer between the rear mounting foot, and the bus floor to keep the seat secured, free of charge. the recall began october 17, 2018. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl787.