Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner Efx recalled over injury risk

Recall date

May 11, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recalls 2014–2018 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner Efx, Saf-t-liner Hdx

Recall number

17V313000

Brand / firm

Thomas Built Buses

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 1,132 units

Why it was recalled

Without under-rail washers, in the event of a crash, the seats may come loose, increasing the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner EFX and Saf-T-Liner HDX school buses. The occupant seats may have been installed without under-rail washers, reducing their anchorage strength.

What to do

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seats and replace the mounting hardware, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 28, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA Customer Service 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for the recall is FL-737.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.