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Thomas Built Buses 2017–2018 Steering recall

Recalled February 27, 2017 · NHTSA recall 17V125000 · Thomas Built Buses

Hazard
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.
Units
149 units

Description

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX school buses. The upper pinch bolt that secures the mechanical connection between the steering wheel and the front wheels may not have been properly tightened.

What to do

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.

Product
Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER HDX
Manufacturer(s)
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov