Daimler Trucks North America – Emergency Exit Door May Open Unexpectedly

Daimler Trucks North America. (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019-2024 Thomas Built SAF-T-LINER C2 transit buses. The fasteners for the emergency exit door may loosen and detach, which can allow the emergency exit door to open unexpectedly.

Report Received Date 10/03/2023
NHTSA ID 23V670000
Consequence Summary An emergency exit door opening unexpectedly can increase the risk of an injury.
Corrective Action The remedy is currently under development. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 2, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL982.
Recall Code FL982
Potentially Affected 173
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=23V670000)