Daimler Trucks North America, LLC: Safety Recalls in 2020
Updated on March 19, 2026.
There were 26 safety recalls made by Daimler Trucks North America, LLC in 2020. See the details of the recalls below.
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Data Source: NHTSA.
December 21, 2020
(Campaign #: FL-871)
Hydraulic Caliper Tie Bar May Be Loose
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021 Freightliner Custom Chassis MC, Business Class M2, Custom Chassis MBC Chassis, Custom Chassis S2 Chassis, Custom Chassis MT55 Chassis, and 2022 Custom Chassis Saf-T-Liner C2 vehicles. The hydraulic caliper tie bar support fasteners on the steer axles may not have been properly tightened or the tie bar may have not been installed in some cases.
NHTSA ID: 20V807000
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
# of Units Affected: 80
Consequence Summary:
A dangling tie bar could come in contact with the rotating wheel-end components or damage may occur from the brake parts flexing. Either scenario may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect both steer axle wheel-ends to make sure that the four tie bar mounting fasteners are properly tightened. If the required tie bar is missing, the caliper anchor mounts and functionality (brake pad slide pins and pad movement) will be inspected before installing a tie bar. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began February 18, 2021. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-871.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 68.75
December 21, 2020
(Campaign #: FL-871)
Hydraulic Caliper Tie Bar May Be Loose
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2022 Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses. The hydraulic caliper tie bar support fasteners on the steer axles may not have been properly tightened or the tie bar may have not been installed in some cases.
NHTSA ID: 20V806000
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
# of Units Affected: 278
Consequence Summary:
A dangling tie bar could come in contact with the rotating wheel-end components or damage may occur from the brake parts flexing. Either scenario may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect both steer axle wheel-ends to make sure that the four tie bar mounting fasteners are properly tightened. If the required tie bar is missing, the caliper anchor mounts and functionality (brake pad slide pins and pad movement) will be inspected before installing a tie bar. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began February 18, 2021. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-871.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 97.12
December 16, 2020
(Campaign #: FL-870)
Parking Brake May Release Unexpectedly/FMVSS 121
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021 Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley electric school buses. If the service brake pedal is pressed and then released while the parking brake is engaged, the parking brake may release unexpectedly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
NHTSA ID: 20V787000
Component: PARKING BRAKE
# of Units Affected: 28
Consequence Summary:
An unexpected disengagement of the parking brake without continual application of the service brake may allow the vehicle to roll freely, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will update the electronic control unit (ECU) software, free of charge. The recall began January 22, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-870.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
November 30, 2020
(Campaign #: FL-869)
Clutch Flange may Break
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles. The clutch flange may break due to the heat treating and stamping process.
NHTSA ID: 20V742000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 1,233
Consequence Summary:
If flange failure occurs, loose parts may fall into the clutch pressure plate assembly, resulting in clutch disengagement, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the clutch on the affected vehicles, free of charge. The recall began February 10, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-869.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 87.19
November 9, 2020
(Campaign #: FL-868)
Vehicle May Move While Lift Is Deployed/FMVSS 403
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2008-2021 Thomas Built Buses Minotour school buses. The driver may be able to release the park brake and shift the transmission out of Park and into a drive gear while the wheelchair lift is deployed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 403, "Platform Lift Systems."
NHTSA ID: 20V690000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 615
Consequence Summary:
If the vehicle is put into drive while the wheelchair lift is deployed, the vehicle may move forward or backward, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will have the wheelchair lift wiring modified as needed, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on January 6, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 19, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-868.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 72.85
November 5, 2020
(Campaign #: FL-867)
Battery Relay and Ground Cable May Be Damaged
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Freightliner EconicSD vehicles. The routing and securement of certain electrical power cables at the battery relay and ground cable may cause the components to be damaged.
NHTSA ID: 20V686000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 104
Consequence Summary:
A damaged power cable wire coming into contact with the ground cable at the battery relay may increase the risk of a fire from overloading the ground connection. Additionally, a damaged ground connection may also result in an unexpected engine stall without warning and inability to restart, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will reroute the left ground cable and install a new connection joint, and the battery cables will be reoriented and a new heat sleeve installed, free of charge. The recall began December 24, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-867.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 89.42
October 27, 2020
(Campaign #: FL-866)
Steer Axle Spindle Nut Snap-Ring Installation
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Freightliner Cascadia, 2021 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD and Business Class M2 and Western Star 4700, 4900 and 5700 vehicles. The steer axle spindle nut snap-ring locking feature may be incorrectly installed or missing from the left spindle nut at the spindle.
NHTSA ID: 20V660000
Component: SUSPENSION
# of Units Affected: 1,411
Consequence Summary:
A missing or improperly installed locking snap ring can result in wheel-end failure and potentially a wheel-off/separation condition, increasing the risk of crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the hub cap plug, and reinstall or replace of the snap-ring as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-866.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 83.63
October 16, 2020
(Campaign #: FL-865)
Clutch Failure may Result in Unintended Movement
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner Cascadia, Business Class M2, 108SD, 114SD and 122SD and Western Star 4700, 4900 and 5700 vehicles. An internal component within the clutch assembly may fail, which in certain circumstances could allow the vehicle to move unexpectedly.
NHTSA ID: 20V642000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 4,329
Consequence Summary:
Unintended vehicle movement van increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will update the software and replace the clutches, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on December 7, 2020. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 28, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-865.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 84.34
October 14, 2020
(Campaign #: FL-864)
Incorrect GAWR on Certification Label/FMVSS 120
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Western Star 4700 and 4900 and Freightliner Coronado, 108SD and 114SD vehicles. The vehicle certification label contains incorrect information, stating a Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) that exceeds the tire capacity rating. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 120, "Wheels and Rims-Other than passenger cars."
NHTSA ID: 20V634000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 53
Consequence Summary:
Incorrect weight rating information on the certification labels could result in potential overloading of the axles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will install accurate GAWR labels, free of charge. The recall began November 25, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-864.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 83.02
September 3, 2020
(Campaign #: FL-862)
Lower Rear Pivot Cap Screws May Be Too Short
Daimler Truckers North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Freightliner 114SD, 122SD and Western Star 4700, and 4900 vehicles equipped with certain SL2065 steerable lift axles. The lower rear pivot cap screws may not be long enough to sufficiently engage the locking feature of the corresponding nuts.
NHTSA ID: 20V539000
Component: SUSPENSION
# of Units Affected: 103
Consequence Summary:
If the screws are not long enough to engage the corresponding nuts, the hardware may separate from the suspension system, becoming a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash and/or injury.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the lower rear pivot cap screws for the proper length, correcting the hardware as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-862.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 90.29
September 1, 2020
(Campaign #: FL-860)
Engine Harness May Contact & Chafe
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Freightliner 114SD, 108SD, and Business Class M2 vehicles. The engine harness wires may chafe at various locations around the air compressor and the frame rail. The damaged wires may short causing the engine to stall without any prior warning.
NHTSA ID: 20V527000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 9,665
Consequence Summary:
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect for adequate harness clearance and verify that the harness has not been damaged. Vehicles with a damaged harness will receive a new harness that consists of a severe duty wrapping and additional hardware. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began October 28, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-860.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 84.22
September 1, 2020
(Campaign #: FL-861)
Tire Valve Stem Extension May Become Damaged
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recall certain 2018-2019 Freightliner Custom Chass XCL, 2018-2021 Freightliner XCM chassis, XCS Chassis and MC Chassis and 2017-2021 XCR Chassis. The tire valve stem extension for the inner wheel may come in contact with the outer wheel rim opening and become damaged.
NHTSA ID: 20V529000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 10,359
Consequence Summary:
Extensive damage to the valve stem extension may result in a loss of tire pressure of the inner wheel, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners and dealer will inspect the inner wheel valve stem stabilizers and adjust as needed, free of charge. If the adjustment does not resolve the issue then the inner valve stem will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began October 29, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-861.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 52.26
August 14, 2020
(Campaign #: FL-859)
Display Does Not Dim/FMVSS 101
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Freightliner Custom Chassis XCL, XCP, XCR and XCS and 2015-2019 Custom Chassis XCM vehicles. The instrument panel brightness cannot be adjusted, possibly causing glare when driving at night. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."
NHTSA ID: 20V485000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 1,715
Consequence Summary:
Glare can reduce the driver's visibility of the road, thus increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owner, and dealers will update the software and processor, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 1, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-859.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 77.49
August 7, 2020
(Campaign #: FL-858)
Engine Harness May Contact and Chafe
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Freightliner Business Class M2 trucks. The engine harness may contact and chafe at various locations around the air compressor and the frame rail. If the wires are damaged, they may short circuit, possibly causing an engine stall.
NHTSA ID: 20V466000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 5,374
Consequence Summary:
A engine stall may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect for adequate clearance between harness and engine, and for any engine harness damage. Vehicles with a damaged harness will receive a new harness. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began October 5, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-858.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 92.82
July 28, 2020
(Campaign #: FL-857)
Adjustable Brake Pedal Arm May Rotate
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC. (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021 Saf-T-Liner C2 School Buses. The adjustable brake pedal arm may rotate from its original location due to an incorrect fit between the pedal adjustment tube and the upper brake arm casting.
NHTSA ID: 20V435000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 1,713
Consequence Summary:
A brake pedal that rotates out of position increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will install a new brake pedal assembly, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on September 22, 2020. The recall began February 17, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-857.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 91.94
July 14, 2020
(Campaign #: FL-856)
Damaged Circuit Board May Affect Lighting Function
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018 Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation (FCCC) XBP, 2016-2019 XCM, 2017-2020 XCS, 2018-2019 XBR, 2017-2019 XBS, 2016-2019 XCL, 2017-2020 XCP and 2016-2020 XCR recreation vehicle chassis that received the 'inspection-only' remedy from recall 18V-582. The rear mounted Power Distribution Module (PDM) may have been damaged during manufacturing, possibly resulting in the rear marker lights, brake lights, or turn signals not functioning.
NHTSA ID: 20V404000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 16,776
Consequence Summary:
Non-functioning exterior marker lights can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the PDM, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim notification September 4, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-856.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 28.8
July 2, 2020
(Campaign #: FL-855)
Corroded Modulator Valve May Cause Brake Pull
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Freightliner Cascadia tractor trailers. The single brake modulator valve may be affected by chemical corrosion which can slow down the release timing and cause the brakes to pull to the affected side during automatic braking events.
NHTSA ID: 20V390000
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
# of Units Affected: 164,326
Consequence Summary:
Brakes that pull to one side during automatic braking events may cause a sudden change in vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front left and right single brake modulator valves will be replaced and spacers added, free of charge. The recall began August 28, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-855.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 90.71
May 18, 2020
(Campaign #: FL-852)
Undersized Ground Wire May Cause Engine Stall
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Western Star 4700 and 5700 vehicles. A particular wire in the ground harness may be undersized, possibly resulting in a melted connector in the ground circuit harness. If the connector becomes damaged, under certain circumstances, the engine may stall without the ability to restart.
NHTSA ID: 20V281000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 2,987
Consequence Summary:
An engine stall may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ground harness, free of charge. This recall began June 23, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-852.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 94.01
May 5, 2020
(Campaign #: FL-849)
Rear Emergency Exit Window Label/FMVSS 217
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2010-2020 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX school buses. The lettering on the instruction label for the rear emergency exit window may be too small. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 217, "Bus Emergency Exits and Window Retention and Release."
NHTSA ID: 20V252000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 7,979
Consequence Summary:
Small lettering may be difficult for occupants to read, delaying the reaction time to open the exit, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners and mail a new label to attach to the exit window by first class mail, free of charge. DTNA issued owners an interim notification on June 17, 2020. The recall began September 10, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-849.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
May 5, 2020
(Campaign #: FL-850)
Possible Loss of Drive System and Power Steering
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019 Freightliner Business Class M2 trucks equipped with Cummins PowerDrive EV drivetrains, part numbers 4000EV, 6000EV, and 7000EV. A connector within the wire harness may become unplugged and cause loss of communication between control modules, resulting in sudden loss of drive power and power steering.
NHTSA ID: 20V251000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 5
Consequence Summary:
A sudden loss of drive power and loss of power steering increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Per Cummins, all of the affected vehicles have been remedied. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712 or Cummins customer service at 1-800-286-6467. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-850.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
April 14, 2020
(Campaign #: FL848)
Reflective Tape May be Partially Covered/FMVSS 108
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2006-2020 Freightliner Columbia, 2006-2021 Freightliner Business Class M2, 2007-2020 Freightliner Coronado, 2014-2021 Freightliner 122 SD, 2007 Sterling A 9500, 2006 Freightliner Argosy, 2006-2007 Sterling AT9500, 2008-2021 Freightliner Cascadia, 2006-2008 Freightliner Classic, 2006-2011 Freightliner Century Class, 2006-2010 Freightliner FLD, and 2017 Western Star 5700 vehicles. The rear reflective tape may be partially covered by the mudflap hanger bracket, which may reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers on the road. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
NHTSA ID: 20V214000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 63,175
Consequence Summary:
The vehicle's rearward visibility may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and reposition the reflective tape to ensure that it is completely visible, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 29, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL848.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 55.7
April 10, 2020
(Campaign #: FL847)
Incorrect GAWR on Certification Label/FMVSS 120
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020 Freightliner 108SD and 2020-2021 Freightliner Coronado, 114SD, and Western Star 4700 and 4900 vehicles. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) on the certification label may be incorrect, possibly resulting in the vehicle being overloaded. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 120, "Wheels and Rims - Other Than Passenger Cars."
NHTSA ID: 20V211000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 89
Consequence Summary:
An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will update the GAWR labels, free of charge. The recall began May 28, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL847.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 88.76
March 23, 2020
(Campaign #: FL-846)
Axles Insufficiently Lubricated
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Freightliner Business Class M2 and Freightliner 108SD vehicles equipped with Meritor MX 120 EVO Front Drive Steer axles. The axles may have insufficient lubrication, which may result in damage to the wheel end bearings.
NHTSA ID: 20V176000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 1,532
Consequence Summary:
If the bearings are damaged, the wheel may separate and cause a sudden loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the wheel end components, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 12, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-846.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 59.99
March 3, 2020
(Campaign #: FL-845)
Insufficiently Tightened Brake Caliper Bolts
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Freightliner 108SD, 114SD, Cascadia, Business Class M2, Western Star 4700 and 5700, Freightliner Custom Chassis S2, Custom Chassis XB, and Custom Chassis XC vehicles equipped with air disc brakes. The brake caliper mounting bolts may have been insufficiently tightened.
NHTSA ID: 20V127000
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
# of Units Affected: 2,585
Consequence Summary:
Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the vehicles, free of charge. The recall began May 1, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-845.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 92.26
March 3, 2020
(Campaign #: FL-845)
Insufficiently Tightened Brake Caliper Bolts
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner HDX, EFX, and C2 school buses equipped with air disc brakes. The brake caliper mounting bolts may have been insufficiently tightened.
NHTSA ID: 20V126000
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
# of Units Affected: 581
Consequence Summary:
Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the vehicles, free of charge. The recall began May 2, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-845.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 75.56
February 26, 2020
(Campaign #: FL-844)
Warning Systems May Deactivate
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses configured with a specific Switch Hub Module (part numbers 204803 and 216434) combined with a 500k Bulk Head Module and a certain 3-position momentary switch warning light package. The Switch Hub Module (SHM) that controls the exterior warning lights and stop sign may fail, resulting in deactivation of the red warning lights, stop sign and system indicator.
NHTSA ID: 20V113000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 6,010
Consequence Summary:
If the exterior warning lights and stop sign indicator stop working, other drivers may inadvertently proceed driving before the school bus loading/unloading of students is complete, increasing the risk of an injury.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will update the SHM, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-844.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 88.15
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