NHTSA recall campaign
24V401000
ManufacturerDaimler Trucks North America, LLCReported2024-06-04Affected27 vehicles
What was wrong
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 and 2025 Thomas Built Buses Safe-T-Liner EFX school buses. The front axle tie rod ball joint studs may crack and break, which can result in tie rod separation.
Risk
Tie rod separation can cause a sudden loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will replace the tie rod assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 25, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is D24R6.
To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →