Recall 18V-702: 2018–2019 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C2, 2018–2019 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner EFX and 1 more
Daimler Trucks North America LLC recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on Oct 5, 2018, covering about 1,532 vehicles.
The problem
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Thomas Built school buses Saf-T-Liner C2, Saf-T-Liner HDX and Saf-T-Liner EFX school buses. The brake caliper mounting bolts may have been insufficiently tightened.
The risk
Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
DTNA has notified owners, and dealers will check and tighten the brake caliper mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-794.
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
| Manufacturer | Daimler Trucks North America LLC |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Air › Disc › Caliper |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 18V702000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C2 | 2018, 2019 | All years |
| Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner EFX | 2018, 2019 | All years |
| Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner HDX | 2018, 2019 | 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 18V-702?
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Thomas Built school buses Saf-T-Liner C2, Saf-T-Liner HDX and Saf-T-Liner EFX school buses. The brake caliper mounting bolts may have been insufficiently tightened.
How is recall 18V-702 fixed?
DTNA has notified owners, and dealers will check and tighten the brake caliper mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2018. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-794.
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.