Daimler Trucks North America, LLC: Safety Recalls in 2021
Updated on March 19, 2026.
There were 46 safety recalls made by Daimler Trucks North America, LLC in 2021. See the details of the recalls below.
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Data Source: NHTSA.
December 23, 2021
(Campaign #: FL917)
Damaged Circuit Board Affects Lighting Functions
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018 Freightliner Custom Chassis XBP, 2017-2020 XBR, 2017-2022 XBS, 2016-2019 XCL, 2016-2023 XCM, 2017-2021 XCP, 2016-2023 XCR, and 2017-2023 XCS recreational vehicle chassis. The rear mounted Power Distribution Module (PDM) may have internal damage, which could result in the rear marker lights, brake lights, or turn signals not functioning.
NHTSA ID: 21V00H000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 24,869
Consequence Summary:
Non-functioning brake lights, rear markers, or turn signals can reduce vehicle visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealer will install a secondary fused harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 18, 2022. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL917. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recalls 20V-404 and 18V-502. Vehicles previously recalled will need to receive the new remedy repair once it is available.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 71.81
December 20, 2021
(Campaign #: FL916)
Bus May Move with Wheelchair Lift Deployed
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2022 Thomas Built Minotour School Buses built on a Ford chassis. The driver may be able to release the parking brake and shift 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 404, "Platform Lift Installations."
NHTSA ID: 21V999000
Component: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
# of Units Affected: 2
Consequence Summary:
Bus movement with the wheelchair lift deployed can increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
DTNA service facilities will modify the wheelchair lift wiring as necessary, free of charge. No owner notifications will be distributed to owners. The recall was completed February 17, 2022. Owner may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL916.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
December 13, 2021
(Campaign #: FL-915)
Fuel Tubes May Crack and Leak Fuel
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Western Star 4700, 2019-2022 Freightliner 114SD, 2021-2022 Western Star 49X, Freightliner Cascadia P4, 2022 Western Star 47X, 2021 Western Star WF110, 2020 Western Star WJ121, and 2019-2021 FCCC XCP Chassis vehicles. The fuel tubes between the fuel rail and the injectors for cylinders four, five, and six may fatigue and crack, which can result in a high pressure fuel leak.
NHTSA ID: 21V965000
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
# of Units Affected: 2,843
Consequence Summary:
A high pressure fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will replace the fuel tubes, and install vibration isolators, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 28, 2022. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-915.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 77.56
December 8, 2021
(Campaign #: FL-914)
Steering Shaft May Separate From Steering Gear
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Western Star 4900 vehicles. The steering shaft pinch bolt may not have been properly tightened, allowing the steering shaft to separate from the steering gear.
NHTSA ID: 21V946000
Component: STEERING
# of Units Affected: 21
Consequence Summary:
Steering shaft separation may cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will inspect and replace the pinch bolt as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 28, 2022. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-914.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 80.95
December 8, 2021
(Campaign #: FL913)
Floor Mat May Trap Gas Pedal
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2022 Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses. The gas pedal may be misaligned and wear a hole into the floor mat, which can trap the gas pedal.
NHTSA ID: 21V945000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 1,218
Consequence Summary:
A trapped gas pedal will not allow the vehicle to decelerate as expected when the driver lifts their foot from the gas pedal, resulting in unintended acceleration and an increased risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will inspect and replace the gas pedal assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 5, 2022. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL913.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 90.48
November 23, 2021
(Campaign #: FL912)
Damaged Valve Stem May Cause Loss of Tire Pressure
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Freightliner Custom Chass XCL, 2017-2022 XCM, XCS, 2017-2023 MC, XCR, 2018-2019 XBR, 2018-2020 XBS, 2018-2022 MBC, MT55, S2C, S2G, S2RV vehicles. The tire valve stem extension for the inner wheel may come into contact with the outer wheel rim opening and become damaged.
NHTSA ID: 21V921000
Component: TIRES
# of Units Affected: 16,676
Consequence Summary:
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:
Dealers will remove the inner valve stem extensions and stabilizers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 18, 2022. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL912. Note: This recall supersedes and expands recall 20V-529 (FL-861). Vehicles previously repaired under 20V-529 will need to have the new remedy completed under this recall.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 76.69
November 22, 2021
(Campaign #: FL911)
Incorrect GAWR Label/FMVSS 136
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling one 2021 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX transit bus. The gross axle weight rating (GAWR) may be improperly stated on the label. As such, this vehicle fails to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 136, "Electronic Stability Control Systems on Heavy Vehicles."
NHTSA ID: 21V915000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 1
Consequence Summary:
The operator may overload the vehicle while referencing the incorrect label, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
A dealer will apply a new label, free of charge. The owner notification letter is expected to be mailed January 16, 2022. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL911.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
November 22, 2021
(Campaign #: FL909)
Missing Electronic Stability Control/FMVSS 136
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC. (DTNA) is recalling one 2020 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX transit bus. The chassis was assembled without the electronic stability control hardware and software. As such, this vehicle fails to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 136, "Electronic Stability Control Systems on Heavy Vehicles."
NHTSA ID: 21V914000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 1
Consequence Summary:
In certain driving situations, a missing electronic stability control system can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
A dealer will install an electronic stability control system, free of charge. The owner notification letter is expected to be mailed January 16, 2022. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL909.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
November 17, 2021
(Campaign #: FL-908)
Unapproved Tire and Rim Combination/FMVSS 120
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2012-2021 Freightliner SD 108, Freightliner SD 114, 2016-2020 Freightliner Coronado, 2013 Western Star 6900, 2013-2022 Western Star 4700, Western Star 4900, and 2022 49X vehicles. The tires and rims are not approved and rated for these vehicles from the Tire and Rim Association or tire manufacturer. 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: 21V896000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 307
Consequence Summary:
Unapproved tires that are not rated for the vehicle can cause tire performance issues, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealer will inspect and replace, as necessary, tires and rims, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 22, 2022. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall FL-908.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 44.3
November 12, 2021
(Campaign #: FL-907)
Power Stud May Electrically Arc to Bulkhead
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Western Star 4700, 4900, 5700, and 6900 trucks. The affected trucks have a power stud that passes through the bulkhead. In certain circumstances, the power stud may contact the bulkhead and result in an electrical arc.
NHTSA ID: 21V882000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 6,100
Consequence Summary:
An electrical arc can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will replace the pass-through power studs, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 7, 2022. This recall supersedes previous recall number 18V-191. Vehicles previously inspected and considered complete under 18V-191 will need to return for the new remedy. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-907.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 64.18
November 5, 2021
(Campaign #: FL905)
Loss of Steering Control
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC. (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Western Star 49X vehicles. The steering shaft may not have been properly installed, causing it to separate from the steering gear.
NHTSA ID: 21V864000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 479
Consequence Summary:
Steering shaft separation can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Owners are advised to not drive their vehicles until the inspection has been performed. Dealers will inspect the steering shaft and repair it, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 12, 2022. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is 905.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: Yes
Completion Rate (%): 90.4
November 2, 2021
(Campaign #: FL904)
Alternator Power Cable Connection May be Loose
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Thomas Built EFX and HDX school buses. The nut for the power cable stud on the alternator may not have been tightened properly, which can cause a loose cable connection.
NHTSA ID: 21V850000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 1,434
Consequence Summary:
A loose power cable connection may cause electrical arcing, which can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will inspect the alternator power cable connection and tighten it if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 17, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL904.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 94.14
September 23, 2021
(Campaign #: FL-903)
Solenoid Connector to CNG Fuel Tank May Corrode
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC. (DTNA) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Thomas Built Minotour school buses. The under-body shut-off solenoid connector that connects to the CNG fuel tank may corrode, which could result in an electrical short.
NHTSA ID: 21V741000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 87
Consequence Summary:
A short at the connector may cause a flame or overheating, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will replace the CNG fuel shut-off solenoid, free of charge. Owner notification letters are were mailed February 03, 2022. Owners may contact DTNA's customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-903.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 59.77
September 15, 2021
(Campaign #: FL-901)
Exhaust Pipe Outlet Installed Improperly
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2022 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles. The exhaust pipe outlet may have been improperly installed with the tip facing towards the battery box mounted directly above the frame rail.
NHTSA ID: 21V715000
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
# of Units Affected: 460
Consequence Summary:
The exhaust heat may melt the battery box, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will inspect and rotate exhaust pipe tip as required. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 14, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA's customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-901.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
September 15, 2021
(Campaign #: FL-902)
Fan Belt May Come Loose
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2022 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX school buses. The fan drive pulley assembly bolts may be incorrect or improperly installed. Incorrect or improperly installed bolts may lead to a loose fan belt, resulting in a disabled bus.
NHTSA ID: 21V714000
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
# of Units Affected: 50
Consequence Summary:
A disabled school bus may require an evacuation procedure in an uncontrolled traffic situation, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will inspect and repair the fan drive pulley assembly mounting bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 12, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA's customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-902.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 78
September 2, 2021
(Campaign #: FL-900)
Drag Link May Separate
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019 Freightliner Classic Cascadia and 2019-2021 Freightliner Cascadia trucks. The drag link taper joint may not have been tightened sufficiently and could come loose, resulting in a complete separation of the drag link from the steering arm.
NHTSA ID: 21V689000
Component: STEERING
# of Units Affected: 113,085
Consequence Summary:
Drag link separation can cause a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will inspect the drag link taper joint and repair it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 29, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA's customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-900.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 93.77
August 25, 2021
(Campaign #: FL898)
Power Steering Hose May Wear
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2016-2021 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX school buses equipped with an ISL or L9 engine. The power steering hose may be routed with inadequate clearance between the hose and the power cables.
NHTSA ID: 21V659000
Component: STEERING
# of Units Affected: 1,934
Consequence Summary:
A worn power steering hose increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will inspect the power steering hose routing and modify it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on October 17, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA's customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL898.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 87.54
August 25, 2021
(Campaign #: FL898)
Power Steering Hose Damage
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2016-2021 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX transit buses equipped with an ISL or L9 engine. The power steering hose may be routed with inadequate clearance between the hose and the power cables, potentially damaging the power steering hose.
NHTSA ID: 21V660000
Component: STEERING
# of Units Affected: 114
Consequence Summary:
A damaged power steering hose can leak, and increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will inspect the power steering hose routing and modify it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on October 17, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA's customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL898.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 72.81
August 25, 2021
(Campaign #: FL-899)
Insufficient Cabin Joint Strength/FMVSS 221
Daimler Truck North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2022 Thomas Built Buses Minotour school buses. Adhesive may not have been properly applied between the lower interior side panel and the seat rail, resulting in insufficient joint strength. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 221, "School Bus Body Joint Strength."
NHTSA ID: 21V661000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 669
Consequence Summary:
A school bus cabin with insufficient joint strength increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will add additional mechanical fasteners to the joint, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on October 17, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA's customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-899.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 92.97
July 21, 2021
(Campaign #: FL-897)
Fuel Hose Leak
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2022 Freightliner XB Chassis and 2021-2022 Freightliner XC Chassis vehicles equipped with Cummins L9 Diesel Engines that have remote Stage 2 fuel filters and pressurized hoses. A fuel leak may occur from the fuel hose between the fuel pump and the remote fuel filter head.
NHTSA ID: 21V556000
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
# of Units Affected: 476
Consequence Summary:
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Cummins will replace the fuel hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA's customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-897.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 76.89
July 20, 2021
(Campaign #: FL-896)
Parking Brake Activation Switch Failure
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Thomas Built C2 Saf-T-Liner school buses. The parking brake activation switch may fail to set the parking brake.
NHTSA ID: 21V547000
Component: PARKING BRAKE
# of Units Affected: 267
Consequence Summary:
Unintended movement of the vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will update the Dash Electronic Control Unit (DECU ) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 14, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA's customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-896.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 95.51
July 2, 2021
(Campaign #: FL-895)
Rear Suspension Leaf Spring Eye May Break
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2022 Freightliner Custom Chass MT45 Chassis. The leaf spring eye on the rear suspension may be undersized, which could result in it breaking and detaching from the vehicle.
NHTSA ID: 21V510000
Component: SUSPENSION
# of Units Affected: 79
Consequence Summary:
A detached leaf spring eye can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will replace spring assemblies. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 26, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA's customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-895.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 59.49
June 25, 2021
(Campaign #: FL-893)
Battery Cable May Break and Cause Engine Stall
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Freightliner Cascadia P4, 2021 Western Star WH126, 2020 Western Star WJ121, and 2021-2022 Western Star 49X vehicles. The battery cable terminal may break, resulting in a loss of electrical power and unintended engine stall.
NHTSA ID: 21V481000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 122,056
Consequence Summary:
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will repair or replace the battery cables, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 7, 2022. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-893.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 91.14
June 17, 2021
(Campaign #: FL-892)
Incorrect Passenger Seat Configuration/FMVSS 222
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner HDX School Buses. These school buses may have been manufactured with an incorrect passenger seat configuration that does not provide the proper amount of seat back protection. As such, these school buses fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 222, "School Bus Passenger Seating and Crash Protection."
NHTSA ID: 21V462000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 9
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a crash, the seats may not adequately protect the occupants, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will replace the rear passenger seats, free of charge. No owner notification will be distributed, all units were repaired on August 12, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-892.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
May 26, 2021
(Campaign #: FL-889)
Insufficiently Crimped Wires In ePowertrain
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019 Freightliner eBusiness Class M2 vehicles equipped with 14Xe ePowertrains. The stator assembly wires may have been insufficiently crimped, causing high resistance, overheating, and preventing the high voltage system from starting.
NHTSA ID: 21V392000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 8
Consequence Summary:
A loss of power to the system may cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will replace the motor stator, free of charge. All units were remedied by July 13, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-889.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
May 19, 2021
(Campaign #: FL-888)
Loose Tie Rod Clamps
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Freightliner 114SD, 122SD, Business Class M2, Cascadia, 108SD, Western Star 4900, 4700, 5700, Custom Chass RV Chassis, Custom Chass S2 Chassis, Custom Chass XC Chassis, Custom Chass XB Chassis, and Custom Chass MT Chassis. The tie rod clamps may be loose, which could result in loose tie rod ends that could break or detach.
NHTSA ID: 21V369000
Component: STEERING
# of Units Affected: 8,482
Consequence Summary:
Detached or broken tie rod ends can result in steering loss, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will replace the tie rod clamp bolts and nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 23, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-888.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 86.57
May 19, 2021
(Campaign #: FL-888)
Loose Tie Rod Clamps
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner HDX School Buses and Saf-T-Liner C2 School Buses. The tie rod clamps may be loose, which could result in loose tie rod ends that could break or detach.
NHTSA ID: 21V370000
Component: STEERING
# of Units Affected: 479
Consequence Summary:
Detached or broken tie rod ends can result in steering loss, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will replace the tie rod clamp bolts and nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 23, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-888.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 74.53
May 14, 2021
(Campaign #: FL-887)
Dislodged Headlight May Cause Fire
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2022 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles equipped with halogen headlight assemblies. The halogen headlight bulb may dislodge during replacement and contact other vehicle components, possibly causing them to melt.
NHTSA ID: 21V357000
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
# of Units Affected: 72,510
Consequence Summary:
Melting components can increase the risk of fire.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will install a foam grommet, cut a 4-inch access hole into the inner fender, and add a warning label on both fenders, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 9, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-887.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 89.28
May 7, 2021
(Campaign #: FL-886)
High Pressure Fuel Rail Assembly May Leak Fuel
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Freightliner Custom Chass XC Chassis, 108SD, Custom Chass XB Chassis, Business Class M2, 114SD, and Western Star 4700 vehicles. The sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot bore holes, allowing the high pressure fuel rail assembly to leak.
NHTSA ID: 21V326000
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
# of Units Affected: 9,662
Consequence Summary:
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will replace the fuel rail and fuel lines, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on June 21, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-886.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 62.55
May 7, 2021
(Campaign #: FL-886)
High Pressure Fuel Rail Assembly May Leak Fuel
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DNTA) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX School Buses. The sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot bore holes, allowing the high pressure fuel rail assembly to leak.
NHTSA ID: 21V327000
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
# of Units Affected: 1,262
Consequence Summary:
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will replace the fuel rail and fuel lines, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on June 21, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-886.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 77.58
April 16, 2021
(Campaign #: FL-884)
Steering Arm and Tie Rod Bolts May Fracture
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain Detroit Model 2 and 3 axles. The steering arm and tie rod bolts may have a defective seam that can fracture.
NHTSA ID: 21E029000
Component: STEERING
# of Units Affected: 172
Consequence Summary:
A fractured bolt may cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tie rod arm and steering arm bolts, free of charge. The recall began on June 10, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-884.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
April 15, 2021
(Campaign #: FL885)
Positive Battery Cable Terminal May Short
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2022 Thomas Built Buses Minotour. The positive battery cable terminals may contact a fuse block assembly attachment post and cause an electrical short circuit.
NHTSA ID: 21V266000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 11
Consequence Summary:
A short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
GM will notify owners, and GM dealers will remove a portion of the anti-rotation tab on both positive battery cable terminals near the fuse block assembly attachments, free of charge. The recall began on May 3, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712 and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. DTNA's number for this recall is FL885.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
April 12, 2021
(Campaign #: FL-884)
Steering Arm and Tie Rod Bolts May Fracture
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2, Saf-T-Liner EFX, and Saf-T-Liner HDX school buses. The steering arm and tie rod bolts may have a defective seam that can fracture.
NHTSA ID: 21V255000
Component: STEERING
# of Units Affected: 1,252
Consequence Summary:
A fractured bolt may cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tie rod arm bolts and steering arm, free of charge. The recall began on June 10, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-884.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 85.3
April 12, 2021
(Campaign #: FL-884)
Steering Arm and Tie Rod Bolts May Fracture
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Freightliner Cascadia, Business Class M2, 114SD, 108SD, 122SD, Custom Chass S2 Chassis, Custom Chass XB Chassis, Custom Chass XC Chassis, and Custom Chass MT Chassis Western Star 4700, 4900, 5700 vehicles. The steering arm and tie rod bolts may have a defective seam that can fracture.
NHTSA ID: 21V256000
Component: STEERING
# of Units Affected: 12,470
Consequence Summary:
A fractured bolt may cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tie rod arm and steering arm bolts, free of charge. The recall began on June 10, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-884.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 89.8
March 24, 2021
(Campaign #: FL-882)
Tire Valve Stem May Contact Brake Caliper
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021 Thomas Built C2 Saf-T-Liner School Buses. The tire valve stem extension may be damaged by contact with disc brake caliper.
NHTSA ID: 21V207000
Component: TIRES
# of Units Affected: 22
Consequence Summary:
A damaged tire valve stem may cause a loss of tire pressure, increasing the risk of a crash. A disabled bus may require passengers to transfer to a different bus on the side of the road, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the valve stems, free of charge. This recall is expected to begin on May 22, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-882.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 90.91
March 24, 2021
(Campaign #: FL-880)
Undersized Ground Wire May Cause Engine Stall
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Western Star 4700 and Western Star 5700 vehicles. The ground harness wiring may be undersized and may cause a connector to melt.
NHTSA ID: 21V206000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 5,111
Consequence Summary:
Damage to the ground harness may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ground harness, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 22, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-880.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 81
March 24, 2021
(Campaign #: FL-881)
Clutch Flange May Break
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021 Freightliner Cascadia and Western Star 4700 vehicles. The clutch flange may break.
NHTSA ID: 21V209000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 2
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 on May 7, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-881.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
February 25, 2021
(Campaign #: FL-879)
Engine Control Module Calibrated Incorrectly
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Freightliner Custom Chass XBA Chassis equipped with Cummins B6.7N engines. The engine control module software may be calibrated incorrectly, causing the engine to not limit engine speed or torque as intended for certain safety-related functions such as vehicle braking, traction and stability control, speed control, or collision avoidance.
NHTSA ID: 21V121000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 35
Consequence Summary:
If safety-related functions such as vehicle braking, stability, speed, and collision avoidance do not function properly, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will work with the engine manufacturer Cummins Inc. to notify owners, and Cummins dealers will recalibrate the engine control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 29, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA number for this recall is FL-879.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 0
February 25, 2021
(Campaign #: FL-879)
Engine Control Module Calibrated Incorrectly
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses equipped with Cummins B6.7N engines. The engine control module software may be calibrated incorrectly, causing the engine to not limit engine speed or torque as intended for certain safety-related functions such as vehicle braking, traction and stability control, speed control, or collision avoidance.
NHTSA ID: 21V120000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 159
Consequence Summary:
If safety-related functions such as vehicle braking, stability, speed, and collision avoidance do not function properly, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will work with the engine manufacturer Cummins Inc. to notify owners, and Cummins dealers will recalibrate the engine control module, free of charge. Owner notifications were mailed on March 29, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA number for this recall is FL-879.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 94.97
February 24, 2021
(Campaign #: FL-877)
Brake Pedal Return Spring Missing/FVMSS 108
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Freightliner Custom XC Chassis vehicles. The adjustable brake pedal assembly may be missing a return spring. This may cause the brake lights to stay illuminated after the brake pedal is released. Also, in certain towed vehicles, the brakes may stay engaged after the brake pedal is released. 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: 21V108000
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
# of Units Affected: 276
Consequence Summary:
Malfunctioning brake lights can fail to alert other motorists of the driver's intention, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, brakes remaining unintentionally engaged on a towed vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake pedal assembly, and install a return spring if necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 24, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-877.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 97.83
February 24, 2021
(Campaign #: FL-876)
Emergency Exit May Remain Locked/FMVSS 217
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2022 Thomas Built Minotour School Buses equipped with an optional rear door Vandalock system. The engine can potentially be started while an emergency exit is still locked. 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: 21V113000
Component: STRUCTURE
# of Units Affected: 14
Consequence Summary:
A locked emergency exit can delay passengers from exiting the vehicle during an emergency, increasing their risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will repair the Vandalock interlock system, free of charge. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-876.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
February 12, 2021
(Campaign #: FL-875)
Flywheel Capscrews Not Tightened Properly
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Freightliner Cascadia vehicles equipped with a Cummins X15 engine. The capscrews that attach the flywheel to the crankshaft may have been improperly torqued, allowing the flywheel to detach.
NHTSA ID: 21V073000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 7
Consequence Summary:
A detached flywheel can cause loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, driveline pieces may be ejected from the engine compartment, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will work with the engine manufacturer Cummins Inc. to notify owners, and Cummins dealers will properly torque the capscrews and inspect for possible damage and, if necessary, repair any damage found, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 12, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-875.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 85.71
February 11, 2021
(Campaign #: FL-874)
Transmission Fluid Leak
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Freightliner Business Class M2 vehicles. The retaining clip that connects the transmission oil cooler line to the in-tank oil cooler may fail, possibly resulting in a transmission fluid leak.
NHTSA ID: 21V067000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 15,835
Consequence Summary:
If a rapid loss of transmission fluid occurs while driving, it could result in a road hazard for other motorists, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the retaining clip with a collar and clamp connection, free of charge. The recall began on April 9, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-874.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 58.53
January 20, 2021
(Campaign #: FL-873)
Caliper Mounting Bolt Not Tightened Properly
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2021 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX and EFX school buses. On certain vehicles, one of the six brake caliper mounting bolts on the driver side steer axle may have been incorrectly tightened.
NHTSA ID: 21V017000
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
# of Units Affected: 6
Consequence Summary:
The loose bolt could result in the other caliper bolts to loosen. Insufficiently tightened bolts may not provide adequate clamping force between the brake caliper and brake anchor plate, resulting in reduced brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 17, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-873.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 50
January 20, 2021
(Campaign #: FL-873)
Caliper Mounting Bolt Not Tightened Properly
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling 2021 Western Star 4700 and 5700, Freightliner Business Class M2, Cascadia, and Custom Chassis XC Chassis vehicles manufactured with a certain steering arm configuration with air disc brakes identified by the axle assembly supplier. On certain vehicles, one of the six brake caliper mounting bolts on the driver side steer axle may have been incorrectly tightened.
NHTSA ID: 21V018000
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
# of Units Affected: 133
Consequence Summary:
The loose bolt could result in the other caliper bolts to loosen. Insufficiently tightened bolts may not provide adequate clamping force between the brake caliper and brake anchor plate, resulting in reduced brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 17, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-873.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 80.45
January 13, 2021
(Campaign #: FL872)
Tire Tread Separation/Blowout
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Freightliner Cascadia sleeper trucks equipped with Bridgestone R284, R268, or R283S ECOPIA steer axle tires in conjunction with a specific air dam. The steer tires may experience tread separation or blow-outs while driving.
NHTSA ID: 21V007000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 4,341
Consequence Summary:
Tread separation and/or blow-outs while driving may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steer tires, free of charge. The recall began March 10, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL872.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 91.98