Daimler Recalls 2013 Thomas Built School Buses for Front Axle Defect
Daimler Trucks North America is recalling two 2013 Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses due to a front axle machining error that could cause wheel separation and loss of control.
What this means for you
Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (front axle spindle failure) that could lead to loss of vehicle control and a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.
Plain-English summary
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling two model year 2013 Saf-T-Liner C2 Thomas Built school buses. These vehicles were manufactured between April 18, 2012, and May 11, 2012, and are equipped with Detroit Axle brand front axle knuckles.
The front knuckles on these vehicles may have a machining error in the wheel bearing area. This defect may lead to premature spindle failure. If the spindle fails, the wheel may separate from the knuckle, resulting in loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the affected components free of charge. The recall began on August 10, 2012. Owners may contact Daimler Trucks North America toll-free at 1-800-547-0712 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
The recalled product
- Product
- THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER C2
- Brand
- THOMAS BUILT BUSES
- Manufacturer
- DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
- Category
- Vehicle — School Bus
- Affected units
- 2
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (1)
- SAF-T-LINER C2
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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