Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recalls 2014–2017 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner Hdx

Recall date

May 19, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall number

16V323000

Brand / firm

Thomas Built Buses

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 2,032 units

Why it was recalled

If the rubber elbow fails, hot coolant may leak inside the bus body increasing risk of injury to the passengers.

What was recalled

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2014-2017 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX school buses manufactured November 29, 2012, to February 4, 2016. These vehicles use a rubber elbow to connect a coolant line to a heater inside the bus. This elbow may restrict coolant flow and possibly fail as a result of the increased stress on the elbow.

What to do

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rubber elbow with a nylon fitting, free of charge. An interim notice was sent out to owners on July 6, 2016. The recall began on September 20, 2016. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-708.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.