Daimler Trucks North America – Steering Arm and Tie Rod Bolts May Fracture

Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2, Saf-T-Liner EFX, and Saf-T-Liner HDX school buses. The steering arm and tie rod bolts may have a defective seam that can fracture.


Report Received Date 04/12/2021
NHTSA ID 21V255000
Consequence Summary A fractured bolt may cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tie rod arm bolts and steering arm, free of charge. The recall began on June 10, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-884.
Recall Code FL-884
Potentially Affected 1252
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=21V255000)