NHTSA recall campaign
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What was wrong
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2005-2018 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses. In the event of a crash, the wheelchair pocket track anchorage may not adequately secure a the wheelchair.
Risk
In the event of a crash, an unsecured wheelchair may increase the risk of injury.
Manufacturer remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will add additional fasteners to the wheelchair pocket track to reinforce the anchorage, free of charge. An interim notice was sent to owners on September 13, 2017. The recall began on December 20, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-743.
To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →