Recall 09V-010: 2005–2010 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C2

DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA recall for structure, reported to NHTSA on Jan 8, 2009, covering about 22,206 vehicles.

NHTSA number
09V-010
Report date
Jan 8, 2009
Vehicles affected
22,206
Owners notified
Apr 14, 2009

The problem

Daimler trucks is recalling 22,206 thomas built my 2005 through 2010 school buses manufactured from october 2004 through november 24, 2008. The lower end of the front entrance door aft assist handrail may be located too close to the step.

The risk

It may be possible for items such as drawstrings and straps to become caught on the handrails potentially leading to injury or death.

The fix

Daimler trucks will notify owners and repairs will be performed by thomas built buses dealerships and direct warranty customer free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or about march 6, 2009. Owners may contact daimler trucks toll-free at 1-800-547-0712.

Notes

Daimler trucks' recall no. Fl-543.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerDAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
ComponentStructure › Body › Door › Hinge and Attachments
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number09V010000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C22005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 09V-010?

Daimler trucks is recalling 22,206 thomas built my 2005 through 2010 school buses manufactured from october 2004 through november 24, 2008. The lower end of the front entrance door aft assist handrail may be located too close to the step.

How is recall 09V-010 fixed?

Daimler trucks will notify owners and repairs will be performed by thomas built buses dealerships and direct warranty customer free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or about march 6, 2009. Owners may contact daimler trucks toll-free at 1-800-547-0712.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.