THOMAS SAF-T-LINER HDX 2018: STEERING:LINKAGES

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 17V125000

Make Model Year
THOMAS SAF-T-LINER HDX 2018
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2017-02-24 2017-02-27 2017-03-01

Production Dates: 2016-09-12 - 2016-12-21

Manufacturers Involved: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

Manufacturer Campaign Number: FL-733

Component: STEERING:LINKAGES

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 149

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Daimler Trucks North America LLC "DTNA" is recalling certain 2017-2018 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX school buses. The upper pinch bolt that secures the mechanical connection between the steering wheel and the front wheels may not have been properly tightened.

Consequence

The loose pinch bolt may result in a loss of steering and vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering shaft pinch bolt, tightening it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 24, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA Customer Service 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for the recall is FL-733.

Notes

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.