Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain 2023 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER SAF-T-LINER C2 Jouley, Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER EFX, Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner HDX, Thomas Built Buses Chassis and 2023-2024 School Bus Chassis school buses. The tie rod may be missing a fastener, allowing the steer arm to detach.
Daimler Trucks North America – Loss of Steering from Missing Tie Rod Fastener
| Report Received Date | 04/07/2023 |
| NHTSA ID | 23V259000 |
| Consequence Summary | A detached steering arm can result in a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | DTNA will inspect and repair or replace the tie rod assembly as necessary, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed June 2, 2023. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL970. |
| Recall Code | FL970 |
| Potentially Affected | 48 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=23V259000) |
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