THOMAS BUILT MINOTOUR 2013: STRUCTURE
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 13V468000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| THOMAS BUILT | MINOTOUR | 2013 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2013-11-18 | 2013-09-18 | 2013-10-23 |
Production Dates: 2013-06-29 - 2013-07-16
Manufacturers Involved: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
Manufacturer Campaign Number: FL-647
Component: STRUCTURE
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 32
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Daimler Trucks North America "DTNA" is recalling certain model year 2013 Thomas Built Minotour DRW school buses manufactured June 29, 2013, through July 16, 2013. These vehicles were built with an alternative floor sheet metal which may not be properly bond to the other floor components due to the adhesive that was used.
As a result, the floor joints may be weaker than specified and, in the event of a crash, the floor may separate increasing the risk of injury.
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will add fasteners to the floor joints, free of charge. The recall began on November 18, 2013. Owners may contact DTNA at 1-503-745-6910. DTNA's recall number is FL-647.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.
