NHTSA Recall 21V659000
Filed by Daimler Trucks North America, LLC. Component: Steering. Reported 2021-08-25. An estimated 1,934 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
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.
Risk
A worn power steering hose increases the risk of a fire.
What the manufacturer will do
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.
Manufacturer campaign number: FL898
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.