NHTSA recall 17V125000
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Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner Hdx
Reported Feb 27, 2017149 vehicles affectedDaimler Trucks North America LLCMaker’s number FL-733Built Sep 12, 2016 – Dec 21, 2016
The defect
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX school buses. The upper pinch bolt that secures the mechanical connection between the steering wheel and the front wheels may not have been properly tightened.
The risk
The loose pinch bolt may result in a loss of steering and vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering shaft pinch bolt, tightening it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 24, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA Customer Service 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for the recall is FL-733.