NHTSA recall 21V714000
Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system › Fan
Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner Hdx
Reported Sep 15, 202150 vehicles affectedDaimler Trucks North America, LLCMaker’s number FL-902
The defect
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2022 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX school buses. The fan drive pulley assembly bolts may be incorrect or improperly installed. Incorrect or improperly installed bolts may lead to a loose fan belt, resulting in a disabled bus.
The risk
A disabled school bus may require an evacuation procedure in an uncontrolled traffic situation, increasing the risk of injury.
The remedy
DTNA will inspect and repair the fan drive pulley assembly mounting bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 12, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA's customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-902.