NHTSA Recall 21V017000
NHTSA Campaign Id 21V017000; Date: Jan. 20, 2021
the loose bolt could result in the other caliper bolts to loosen. insufficiently tightened bolts may not provide adequate clamping force between the brake caliper and brake anchor plate, resulting in reduced brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2021 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner Efx; 2021 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner Hdx
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:caliper
Manufactured by: Daimler Trucks North America, Llc
Affected Units:: 6
Recall Summary:
daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2021 thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx and efx school buses. on certain vehicles, one of the six brake caliper mounting bolts on the driver side steer axle may have been incorrectly tightened.
How to Fix:
dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair as necessary, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin march 19, 2021. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl-873.
Recall 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.
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