RECALL
Problem:
Loss of Steering from Tie Rod Separation
Maker:
Daimler Trucks
Category:
STEERING
Type:
Vehicle
Cars:
27
Campaign:
D24R6
Description:
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 and 2025 Thomas Built Buses Safe-T-Liner EFX school buses. The front axle tie rod ball joint studs may crack and break, which can result in tie rod separation.
Consequences:
Tie rod separation can cause a sudden loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash.
Actions:
Dealers will replace the tie rod assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 25, 2024. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 800-745-8000. DTNA’s number for this recall is D24R6.
Date: