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

Recall date

March 26, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recalls 2014–2018 Thomas Built Buses — 4 models

Recall number

18V192000

Brand / firm

Thomas Built Buses

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 6,606 units

Why it was recalled

In the event of a crash, if the seat does not remain secured to the wall, the occupant has an increased risk of an injury.

What was recalled

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2, Saf-T-Liner HDX, Saf-T-Liner EFX, and Minotour school buses, equipped with certain Syntec-brand S3B, Non-Restraint, Wall Mounted Seats. The wall mounting bracket may crack, which may cause the seat to not remain secured in place in the event of a crash.

What to do

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional wall mounting bracket, free of charge. DTNA issued an interim notification to owners on May 9, 2018. The recall began May 10, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-763.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.