Recall 21V659000 — STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS Defect in 2016-2021 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER HDX
RECALL This recall affects up to 1,934 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 21V659000 |
| Manufacturer | Daimler Trucks North America, LLC |
| Vehicles Affected | 1,934 |
| Component | STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2016-2021 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX school buses equipped with an ISL or L9 engine. The power steering hose may be routed with inadequate clearance between the hose and the power cables.
Safety Consequence
A worn power steering hose increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
DTNA will inspect the power steering hose routing and modify it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on October 17, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA's customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL898.
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| Campaign | Vehicle | Component | Date | Affected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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