Daimler Trucks North America – Loss of Steering from Missing Tie Rod Fastener

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.


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)