2003 DAIMLERCHRYSLER SLF
3 recalls — 0 complaints — 4 TSBs
05V057000 Feb 16, 2005
STRUCTURE
Defect Description
CERTAIN TRANSIT BUSES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 217, "BUS EMERGENCY EXITS AND WINDOW RETENTION AND RELEASE." THE STRIKER PLATES AT THE BOTTOM OF THE EMERGENCY PUSHOUT WINDOWS CAN WEAR A GROOVE INTO THE EMERGENCY RELEASE BOLT. IF THIS GROOVE B... Read more
Consequence
IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY, FAILURE OF THE PUSHOUT WINDOW COULD POTENTIALLY TRAP PASSENGERS OR DELAY THEIR ESCAPE, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY.
Remedy
HEHR INTERNATIONAL IS CONDUCTING THE OWNER NOTIFICATION AND REMEDY FOR THIS CAMPAIGN. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HEHR INTERNATIONAL AT 323-663-1261 OR DAIMLERCHRYSLER COMMERCIAL BUS AT 336-454-3484.
04E093000 Dec 13, 2004
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
HEHR EMERGENCY EXIT WINDOWS, MODEL NOS 1401 AND 1407, FOR USE ON CERTAIN DAILMERCHRYSLER COMMERCIAL BUSES (ORION)NC MY 2002-2004 SLF BUSES, DO NOT MEET THE EMERGENCY EXIT RELEASE REQUIREMENTS AS SPECIFIED IN FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 217, BUS EMERGENCY EXITS AND WINDOW RETENSION AND ... Read more
Consequence
IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY, RAPID EGRESS MAY BE IMPAIRED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURIES OR DEATH.
Remedy
HEHR WILL NOTIFY THE CUSTOMERS OF ORION AND WILL SHIP REPAIR PARTS AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS TO THE BUS OWNERS. THE RECALL BEGAN MARCH 28, 2005. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME S... Read more
04V505000 Oct 15, 2004
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Defect Description
CERTAIN TRANSIT BUSES EQUIPPED WITH SURE-LOK WHEELCHAIR TIE-DOWN SECUREMENT ASSEMBLIES. THE SPROCKET TEETH OF THE RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MAY BE OUT OF ALIGNMENT CAUSING THE LOAD PAWL NOT TO FULLY SEAT IN THE SPROCKET TEETH.
Consequence
IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE WHEELCHAIR MAY NOT BE ADEQUATELY SECURED POSSIBLY RESULTING IN INJURIES.
Remedy
SURE-LOK WILL PROVIDE A FREE REMEDY ON BEHALF OF DAIMLERCHRYSLER. DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE WHEELCHAIR SECUREMENT RETRACTORS AS NECESSARY. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT SURE-LOK AT 1-866-787-3565 OR DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 336-454-3484.
No complaints found for this vehicle.
Technical Service Bulletins — 2003 DAIMLERCHRYSLER SLF
4 manufacturer communications from 3 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 2 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 1 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
TechTalk12140
Apr 15, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Tech Talk discussion on FCC CHASSIS AN5119 , CUMMINS ISB 2150. FC 196 ACTIVE LCL VOLTAGE LOW OR SHORTED.
TechTalk12140
Apr 15, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Tech Talk discussion on FCC CHASSIS AN5119 , CUMMINS ISB 2150. FC 196 ACTIVE LCL VOLTAGE LOW OR SHORTED.
No comms 2021-01
Jan 8, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
There are no Manufacturer Communications in accordance with 49 CFR 579.5 to report for January 2021 for Daimler Coaches North America.
No comms 2021-03
Apr 8, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
There are no Manufacturer Communications in accordance with 49 CFR 579.5 to report for March 2021 for Daimler Coaches North America.
DAIMLERCHRYSLER SLF — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the DAIMLERCHRYSLER SLF across all model years (2000–2004).
13
Total Recalls
0
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths