Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #20V806000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20V806000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Affecting 2022 thomas built saf-t-liner c2 school buses Includes 278 affected units, Hydraulic Caliper Tie Bar May Be Loose, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2022 thomas built saf-t-liner c2 school buses

Defect Summary

Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2022 thomas built saf-t-liner c2 school buses. the hydraulic caliper tie bar support fasteners on the steer axles may not have been properly tightened or the tie bar may have not been installed in some cases.

Corrective Action

Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect both steer axle wheel-ends to make sure that the four tie bar mounting fasteners are properly tightened. if the required tie bar is missing, the caliper anchor mounts and functionality (brake pad slide pins and pad movement) will be inspected before installing a tie bar. all repairs will be performed free of charge. the recall began february 18, 2021. dtna's number for this recall is fl-871.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 20V806000
Report Received Date: 2020-12-21T00:00:00
Subject: Hydraulic caliper tie bar may be loose
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Potentially Affected Units: 278

Details

MFR Campaign Number: FL-871
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2022 thomas built saf-t-liner c2 school buses. the hydraulic caliper tie bar support fasteners on the steer axles may not have been properly tightened or the tie bar may have not been installed in some cases.
Consequence Summary: A dangling tie bar could come in contact with the rotating wheel-end components or damage may occur from the brake parts flexing. either scenario may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect both steer axle wheel-ends to make sure that the four tie bar mounting fasteners are properly tightened. if the required tie bar is missing, the caliper anchor mounts and functionality (brake pad slide pins and pad movement) will be inspected before installing a tie bar. all repairs will be performed free of charge. the recall began february 18, 2021. dtna's number for this recall is fl-871.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 95.32

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NHTSA ID: 20V806000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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