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
makesAndModels2022 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.