NHTSA recall 09V461000
Service brakes, hydraulic › Pedals and linkages
Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2
Reported Dec 1, 20092,631 vehicles affectedDAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICAMaker’s number FL-569Built Oct 5, 2004 – Nov 25, 2009
The defect
Daimler trucks IS recalling certain model year 2006 through 2011 thomas built saf-t-liner C2 school buses built on fccc B2 chassis manufactured from october 15, 2004 through november 25, 2009, equipped with kongsberg automotive adjustable brake pedals. the adjustable brake pedal arm may loosen allowing the arm to rotate around its shaft and swing in front of the accelerator pedal, reducing braking function.
The risk
A loose brake pedal increases the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Daimler trucks will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. the safety recall began on december 22, 2009. owners may contact daimler trucks warranty claims department at 1-800-547-0712.