Cooling system: fanRecall 21V-714 · 2022 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner HDX

Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recall 21V-714 covers 50 2022 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner HDX for a cooling system: fan problem, reported to NHTSA on September 15, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2023 Q3) shows 76% of affected vehicles repaired.

76%
Vehicles repaired38 of 50 · 2023 Q3
Vehicles affected501 model
ReportedSep 15, 2021Owners notified Nov 12, 2021
Complaints since0Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 21V714000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

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.

What to do

The fix

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.

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Repair progress

How fast cars are being fixed

76%repaired

Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.

0%50%100%2021 Q42023 Q3
1 model

Vehicles in this recall