NHTSA Recall 23V669000
NHTSA Campaign Id 23V669000; Date: Oct. 3, 2023
an emergency exit door opening unexpectedly can increase the risk of an injury.
Recalled Vehicles:
2019 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner C2; 2020 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner C2; 2021 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner C2; 2022 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner C2; 2023 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner C2; 2024 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner C2; 2022 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner C2 Joley; 2023 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner C2 Joley; 2024 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner C2 Joley
Component: Structure:emergency:escape/egress/exit:latching/release System
Manufactured by: Daimler Trucks North America, Llc
Affected Units:: 21,365
Recall Summary:
daimler trucks north america, llc. (dtna) is recalling certain 2019-2024 thomas built saf-t-liner c2 and 2022-2024 thomas built saf-t-liner jouley school buses. the fasteners for the emergency exit door may loosen and detach, which can allow the emergency exit door to open unexpectedly.
How to Fix:
the remedy is currently under development. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed december 2, 2023. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl982.
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.nhtsa.gov.
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