Recall 09V-458: 2008–2011 FCCC B2, 2008–2011 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C2
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA recall for suspension, reported to NHTSA on Dec 1, 2009, covering about 3,739 vehicles.
The problem
Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2011 thomas built saf-t-liner c2 school buses and fccc b2 chassis manufactured from june 1, 2007 through september 28, 2009. Fasteners used to connect the rear suspension spring to the suspension hanger bracket may not have been torqued to specification. Under torqued fasteners may become loose and potentially fall out.
The risk
Loose or missing fasteners may allow the rear suspension to become misaligned, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and adjust the fasteners as required. Damaged fasteners will be replaced. Repairs will be made free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during february 2010. Owners may contact daimler trucks toll-free at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
Dailmer trucks campaign number is fl-567.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 | Suspension › Rear |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 09V458000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| FCCC B2 | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 | All years |
| Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C2 | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 | All 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-458?
Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2011 thomas built saf-t-liner c2 school buses and fccc b2 chassis manufactured from june 1, 2007 through september 28, 2009. Fasteners used to connect the rear suspension spring to the suspension hanger bracket may not have been torqued to specification. Under torqued fasteners may become loose and potentially fall out.
How is recall 09V-458 fixed?
Dealers will inspect and adjust the fasteners as required. Damaged fasteners will be replaced. Repairs will be made free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during february 2010. 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.