Structure: bodyRecall 22V-688 · 2020–2023 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner HDX
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC recall 22V-688 covers 1,259 2020–2023 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner HDX for a structure: body problem, reported to NHTSA on September 14, 2022. The manufacturer's latest report (2024 Q3) shows 68% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 22V688000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner HDX school buses. The rear exterior side-body panel was manufactured with insufficient joint strength. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 221, "School Bus Body Joint Strength."
The risk
A school bus panel with insufficient joint strength may separate during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will add additional mechanical fasteners to secure the joints, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 11, 2022. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall FL953.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
68%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.