Recall
Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner Hdx — 21V659000
NHTSA ID
21V659000
Make
Thomas Built Buses
Model
Saf-t-liner Hdx
Years Affected
2016
Recall Date
2021-08-25
Component
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
Units Affected
1,934
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
FL898
Summary
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2016-2021 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX school buses equipped with an ISL or L9 engine. The power steering hose may be routed with inadequate clearance between the hose and the power cables.
Consequence
A worn power steering hose increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
DTNA will inspect the power steering hose routing and modify it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on October 17, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA's customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL898.
Affected Vehicles
Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner Hdx
Model Years: 2016