2008-2011 Fccc B2 and Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 recall: rear
Daimler Trucks North America reported this safety recall on December 1, 2009. It covers about 3,739 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 3,739
- reported
- Dec 1, 2009
- owners notified
- Feb 18, 2010
Suspension: rear
- What is wrong
- Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2011 thomas built saf-t-liner c2 school buses and fccc b2 chassis manufactured from june 1, 2007 through september 28, 2009. Fasteners used to connect the rear suspension spring to the suspension hanger bracket may not have been torqued to specification. Under torqued fasteners may become loose and potentially fall out.
- Risk
- Loose or missing fasteners may allow the rear suspension to become misaligned, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and adjust the fasteners as required. Damaged fasteners will be replaced. Repairs will be made free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during february 2010. Owners may contact daimler trucks toll-free at 1‑800‑547‑0712.
Recall number 09V458000
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 09V458000
Is there a recall on the 2008-2011 Fccc B2 and Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 rear?
Yes. Recall 09V458000, reported on December 1, 2009, covers about 3,739 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 09V458000?
Dealers will inspect and adjust the fasteners as required. Damaged fasteners will be replaced. Repairs will be made free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during february 2010. Owners may contact daimler trucks toll-free at 1‑800‑547‑0712.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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