NHTSA Campaign 24V401000
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Issued by Daimler Trucks North America, LLC · Reported Jun 4, 2024 · 27 vehicles affected
What's wrong
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 and 2025 Thomas Built Buses Safe-T-Liner EFX school buses. The front axle tie rod ball joint studs may crack and break, which can result in tie rod separation.
Consequence
Tie rod separation can cause a sudden loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the tie rod assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 25, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is D24R6.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| THOMAS BUILT BUSES | SAF-T-LINER C2 | 2024 | 27 |
| THOMAS BUILT BUSES | SAF-T-LINER C2 | 2025 | 27 |
| THOMAS BUILT BUSES | SAF-T-LINER EFX | 2025 | 27 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 24V401000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.