Recall 22V-510: 2014–2022 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner EFX, 2014–2023 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner HDX
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recall for seats, reported to NHTSA on Jul 19, 2022, covering about 1,806 vehicles.
The problem
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2014-23 Thomas Built Buses HDX and 2014-22 EFX school buses equipped with 39-inch S3C seat frames and 3-point flex seatbelts. The passenger seat frames may crack and rotate from fatigue.
The risk
Cracked passenger seat frames may not adequately secure passengers in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will secure the seat frames with brackets, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mail December 4, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA's customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL946.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Daimler Trucks North America, LLC |
|---|---|
| Component | Seats Seats › Mid/Rear Assembly |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 22V510000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner EFX | 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 | All years |
| Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner HDX | 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 | 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 22V-510?
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2014-23 Thomas Built Buses HDX and 2014-22 EFX school buses equipped with 39-inch S3C seat frames and 3-point flex seatbelts. The passenger seat frames may crack and rotate from fatigue.
How is recall 22V-510 fixed?
Dealers will secure the seat frames with brackets, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mail December 4, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA's customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL946.
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.