Recall
Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner Hdx — 17V126000
NHTSA ID
17V126000
Make
Thomas Built Buses
Model
Saf-t-liner Hdx
Years Affected
2018
Recall Date
2017-02-27
Component
STEERING:LINKAGES
Units Affected
6
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
FL-733
Summary
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX transit buses. The upper pinch bolt that secures the mechanical connection between the steering wheel and the front wheels may not have been properly tightened.
Consequence
The loose pinch bolt may result in a loss of steering and vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering shaft pinch bolt, tightening it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 24, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA Customer Service 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for the recall is FL-733.
Affected Vehicles
Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner Hdx
Model Years: 2018