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2017-2018 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX recall: linkages

Daimler Trucks North America LLC reported this safety recall on February 27, 2017. It covers about 149 vehicles.

vehicles affected
149
reported
Feb 27, 2017
owners notified
Feb 24, 2017

Steering: linkages

What is wrong
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX school buses. The upper pinch bolt that secures the mechanical connection between the steering wheel and the front wheels may not have been properly tightened.
Risk
The loose pinch bolt may result in a loss of steering and vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering shaft pinch bolt, tightening it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 24, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA Customer Service 1‑800‑547‑0712. DTNA's number for the recall is FL-733.

Recall number 17V125000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 17V125000

Is there a recall on the 2017-2018 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX linkages?

Yes. Recall 17V125000, reported on February 27, 2017, covers about 149 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 17V125000?

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering shaft pinch bolt, tightening it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 24, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA Customer Service 1‑800‑547‑0712. DTNA's number for the recall is FL-733.

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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