Recall
Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner C2 — 21V370000
NHTSA ID
21V370000
Make
Thomas Built Buses
Model
Saf-t-liner C2
Years Affected
2021
Recall Date
2021-05-19
Component
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Units Affected
479
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
FL-888
Summary
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner HDX School Buses and Saf-T-Liner C2 School Buses. The tie rod clamps may be loose, which could result in loose tie rod ends that could break or detach.
Consequence
Detached or broken tie rod ends can result in steering loss, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the tie rod clamp bolts and nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 23, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-888.
Affected Vehicles
Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner C2
Model Years: 2021