Recall
Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner Efx — 18V702000
NHTSA ID
18V702000
Make
Thomas Built Buses
Model
Saf-t-liner Efx
Years Affected
2018
Recall Date
2018-10-05
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER
Units Affected
1,532
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
FL-794
Summary
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Thomas Built school buses Saf-T-Liner C2, Saf-T-Liner HDX and Saf-T-Liner EFX school buses. The brake caliper mounting bolts may have been insufficiently tightened.
Consequence
Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA has notified owners, and dealers will check and tighten the brake caliper mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-794.
Affected Vehicles
Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner Efx
Model Years: 2018