Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #20V787000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20V787000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Affecting 2021 thomas built saf-t-liner c2 jouley electric school buses Includes 28 affected units, Parking Brake May Release Unexpectedly/FMVSS 121, component: PARKING BRAKE, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModels2021 thomas built saf-t-liner c2 jouley electric school buses
Defect Summary
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2021 thomas built saf-t-liner c2 jouley electric school buses. if the service brake pedal is pressed and then released while the parking brake is engaged, the parking brake may release unexpectedly. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 121, "air brake systems."
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will update the electronic control unit (ecu) software, free of charge. the recall began january 22, 2021. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-745-8000. dtna's number for this recall is fl-870.