Recall 17V-589: 2014–2018 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C2, 2014–2018 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner HDX

Daimler Trucks North America LLC recall for seats, reported to NHTSA on Sep 21, 2017, covering about 28 vehicles.

NHTSA number
17V-589
Report date
Sep 21, 2017
Vehicles affected
28
Owners notified
Mar 14, 2018

The problem

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX and Saf-T-Liner C2 transit buses. A reinforcement bracket may be missing from the seats that have 3-point seat belts.

The risk

Without the reinforcement bracket, the seat may not remain adequately secured, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

The fix

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seats, installing any missing reinforcement brackets, as needed, free of charge. An interim notice was sent to owners on November 7, 2017. The recall began on March 14, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-747.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerDaimler Trucks North America LLC
ComponentSeats
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number17V589000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C22014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018All years
Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner HDX2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018All 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 17V-589?

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX and Saf-T-Liner C2 transit buses. A reinforcement bracket may be missing from the seats that have 3-point seat belts.

How is recall 17V-589 fixed?

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seats, installing any missing reinforcement brackets, as needed, free of charge. An interim notice was sent to owners on November 7, 2017. The recall began on March 14, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-747.

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.