NHTSA recall campaign
20V126000
ManufacturerDaimler Trucks North America LLCReported2020-03-03Affected581 vehicles
What was wrong
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner HDX, EFX, and C2 school buses equipped with air disc brakes. The brake caliper mounting bolts may have been insufficiently tightened.
Risk
Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the vehicles, free of charge. The recall began May 2, 2020. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-845.
To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →