Recall
Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner Efx — 24V401000
NHTSA ID
24V401000
Make
Thomas Built Buses
Model
Saf-t-liner Efx
Years Affected
2025
Recall Date
2024-06-04
Component
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Units Affected
27
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
D24R6
Summary
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 and 2025 Thomas Built Buses Safe-T-Liner EFX school buses. The front axle tie rod ball joint studs may crack and break, which can result in tie rod separation.
Consequence
Tie rod separation can cause a sudden loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the tie rod assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 25, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is D24R6.
Affected Vehicles
Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner Efx
Model Years: 2025