Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #22V688000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 22V688000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Affecting 2020-2023 thomas built saf-t-liner hdx school buses Includes 1,259 affected units, Insufficient Rear Panel Joint Strength/FMVSS 221, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2020-2023 thomas built saf-t-liner hdx school buses

Defect Summary

Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2020-2023 thomas built saf-t-liner hdx school buses. the rear exterior side-body panel was manufactured with insufficient joint strength. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 221, "school bus body joint strength."

Corrective Action

Dealers will add additional mechanical fasteners to secure the joints, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed november 11, 2022. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall fl953.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 22V688000
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America, Llc
Report Received Date: 2022-09-14T00:00:00
Subject: Insufficient rear panel joint strength/fmvss 221
Component: Structure
Potentially Affected Units: 1,259

Details

MFR Campaign Number: FL953
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2020-2023 thomas built saf-t-liner hdx school buses. the rear exterior side-body panel was manufactured with insufficient joint strength. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 221, "school bus body joint strength."
Consequence Summary: A school bus panel with insufficient joint strength may separate during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action: Dealers will add additional mechanical fasteners to secure the joints, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed november 11, 2022. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall fl953.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 67.99

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