Recall
Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner Efx — 21V255000
NHTSA ID
21V255000
Make
Thomas Built Buses
Model
Saf-t-liner Efx
Years Affected
2022
Recall Date
2021-04-12
Component
STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Units Affected
1,252
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
FL-884
Summary
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (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.
Consequence
A fractured bolt may cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Affected Vehicles
Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner Efx
Model Years: 2022