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2023-2024 Thomas Built Buses HDX, Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 and others recall: tie rod assembly

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC reported this safety recall on April 7, 2023. It covers about 48 vehicles.

vehicles affected
48
reported
Apr 7, 2023
owners notified
Aug 11, 2023

Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly

What is wrong
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2023 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER SAF-T-LINER C2 Jouley, Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-LINER EFX, Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner HDX, Thomas Built Buses Chassis and 2023-2024 School Bus Chassis school buses. The tie rod may be missing a fastener, allowing the steer arm to detach.
Risk
A detached steering arm can result in a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will inspect and repair or replace the tie rod assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1‑800‑547‑0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL970.

Recall number 23V259000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 23V259000

Is there a recall on the 2023-2024 Thomas Built Buses HDX, Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 and others tie rod assembly?

Yes. Recall 23V259000, reported on April 7, 2023, covers about 48 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 23V259000?

DTNA will inspect and repair or replace the tie rod assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1‑800‑547‑0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL970.

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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