NHTSA Campaign 17V125000
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Issued by Daimler Trucks North America LLC · Reported Feb 27, 2017 · 149 vehicles affected
What's wrong
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX school buses. The upper pinch bolt that secures the mechanical connection between the steering wheel and the front wheels may not have been properly tightened.
Consequence
The loose pinch bolt may result in a loss of steering and vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering shaft pinch bolt, tightening it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 24, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA Customer Service 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for the recall is FL-733.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| THOMAS BUILT BUSES | SAF-T-LINER HDX | 2017 | 149 |
| THOMAS BUILT BUSES | SAF-T-LINER HDX | 2018 | 149 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 17V125000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.