Recall 09V-219: 2004–2009 Thomas Built Buses Minotour
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA recall for visibility, reported to NHTSA on Jun 12, 2009, covering about 216 vehicles.
The problem
Daimler trucks is recalling 216 model year 2004 through 2009 thomas built minotour school buses manufactured from february 5, 2003 through july 3, 2008. Vehicles with certain seat back and window combinations may be configured in such a way that the emergency window release mechanism is located outside of the low-force region which fails to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 217, "bus emergency exists and window retention and release."
The risk
In the event of an emergency evacuation, improperly located emergency exit release mechanisms may delay evacuation and increase the risk of personal injury to vehicle occupants.
The fix
Daimler trucks will notify owners and repair the buses free of charge. Repairs will be performed by daimler trucks north america. The safety recall began on november 17, 2009. Owners may contact daimler trucks customer support office at 1-336-889-4871.
Notes
Daimler trucks recall campaign no. Fl-552.owners 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
| Manufacturer | DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA |
|---|---|
| Component | Visibility › Glass, Side/Rear |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 09V219000 |
Vehicles in this recall
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-219?
Daimler trucks is recalling 216 model year 2004 through 2009 thomas built minotour school buses manufactured from february 5, 2003 through july 3, 2008. Vehicles with certain seat back and window combinations may be configured in such a way that the emergency window release mechanism is located outside of the low-force region which fails to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 217, "bus emergency exists and window retention and release."
How is recall 09V-219 fixed?
Daimler trucks will notify owners and repair the buses free of charge. Repairs will be performed by daimler trucks north america. The safety recall began on november 17, 2009. Owners may contact daimler trucks customer support office at 1-336-889-4871.
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.