Daimler Trucks North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #22V762000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 22V762000 by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc. Affecting 2011-2023 thomas built efx and hdx school buses Includes 17,613 affected units, Insufficient Roof Panel Joint Strength/FMVSS 221, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2011-2023 thomas built efx and hdx school buses

Defect Summary

Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2011-2023 thomas built efx and hdx school buses. the exterior roof 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 june 2, 2023. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl957.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 22V762000
Manufacturer: Daimler Trucks North America, Llc
Report Received Date: 2022-10-12T00:00:00
Subject: Insufficient roof panel joint strength/fmvss 221
Component: Structure
Potentially Affected Units: 17,613

Details

MFR Campaign Number: FL957
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2011-2023 thomas built efx and hdx school buses. the exterior roof 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 exterior roof 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 june 2, 2023. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl957.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 44.25

Metadata

SID: row-5utj_rbdd-65es
NHTSA ID: 22V762000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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