Daimler Trucks North America – Fan Belt May Come Loose

Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain 2022 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX school buses. The fan drive pulley assembly bolts may be incorrect or improperly installed. Incorrect or improperly installed bolts may lead to a loose fan belt, resulting in a disabled bus.


Report Received Date 09/15/2021
NHTSA ID 21V714000
Consequence Summary A disabled school bus may require an evacuation procedure in an uncontrolled traffic situation, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action DTNA will inspect and repair the fan drive pulley assembly mounting bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 12, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA's customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-902.
Recall Code FL-902
Potentially Affected 50
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=21V714000)