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Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 Recall 12V358: Suspension:Front

NHTSA campaign 12V358, reported July 24, 2012, 2 vehicles potentially affected.

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Official recall notice

Safety recall 12V358DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
Component
SUSPENSION:FRONT
Problem
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling two model year 2013 Saf-T-Liner C2 Thomas Built school buses manufactured from April 18, 2012, through May 11, 2012, and equipped with Detroit Axle brand front axle knuckles. The front knuckles on these vehicles may have a machining error in the wheel bearing area which may lead to premature spindle failure.
Risk
If the spindle fails, the wheel may separate from the knuckle, resulting in loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the affected components, free of charge. The recall began on August 10, 2012. Owners may contact Daimler Trucks North America toll free at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
DTNA's recall campain number is FL-629.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.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C22013