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- Problem
- 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.
- 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.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
A bolt that secures the steering shaft connection between the steering wheel and the front wheels may not have been properly tightened at the factory. If the upper pinch bolt is loose, the steering connection can fail, which may cause a loss of steering and vehicle control and raise the risk of a crash.
Dealers will inspect the steering shaft pinch bolt and tighten it as needed. The repair is free of charge at an authorized dealer. Owners can also contact DTNA Customer Service at 1-800-547-0712 and reference recall number FL-733. Check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your bus is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX | 20172018 |
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