Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recalls 2019–2020 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner C2

Recall date

March 25, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall number

19V234000

Brand / firm

Thomas Built Buses

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 65 units

Why it was recalled

If the hose separates from the steering gear, there may be a loss of steering assist which could result in a potentially disabled school bus. If the school bus is occupied when the steering assist is lost, the occupants would need to exit the vehicle and be transferred to another vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Thomas Built C2 Saf-T-Liner school buses built on an FCCC chassis. The clamp for the steering gear return hose may have been improperly installed, allowing the hose to separate from the steering gear.

What to do

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and install power steering hose clamps as needed, free of charge. The recall began May 10, 2019. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-813.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.