NHTSA recall campaign
21V659000
ManufacturerDaimler Trucks North America, LLCReported2021-08-25Affected1,934 vehicles
What was wrong
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2016-2021 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX school buses equipped with an ISL or L9 engine. The power steering hose may be routed with inadequate clearance between the hose and the power cables.
Risk
A worn power steering hose increases the risk of a fire.
Manufacturer remedy
DTNA will inspect the power steering hose routing and modify it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on October 17, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA's customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL898.
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