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

Recall date

September 21, 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 Hdx, Saf-t-liner C2

Recall number

17V587000

Brand / firm

Thomas Built Buses

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 53 units

Why it was recalled

Without the reinforcement bracket, the seat may not be adequately secured, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

What was recalled

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX and Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses. A reinforcement bracket may be missing from the seats that have 3-point seat belts.

What to do

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seats, installing any missing reinforcement brackets, free of charge. An interim notice was mailed to owners on November 7, 2017. The recall began on March 15, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-747.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.