Automotive recall

Transport Canada Recall - 2023540 - DAIMLER TRUCK NORTH AMERICA

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Summary

Product
School Bus recalled by DAIMLER TRUCK NORTH AMERICA
Issue
Vehicle - Structure
What to do

Please see corrective actions section below

Affected products

2019 | THOMAS BUILT | SAF-T-LINER C2 SCHOOL BUS, 2020 | THOMAS BUILT | SAF-T-LINER C2 SCHOOL BUS, 2021 | THOMAS BUILT | SAF-T-LINER C2 SCHOOL BUS, 2022 | THOMAS BUILT | SAF-T-LINER C2 SCHOOL BUS, 2023 | THOMAS BUILT | SAF-T-LINER C2 SCHOOL BUS, 2024 | THOMAS BUILT | SAF-T-LINER C2 SCHOOL BUS

Issue

Issue:
On certain school buses, the fasteners for the rear emergency exit door latch could loosen and detach. If this happens, and the door is pushed, it could open suddenly.

Safety Risk:
An emergency exit door that opens suddenly could increase the risk of injuries.

Corrective Actions:
Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) will notify owners by mail. The corrective actions for this recall are under development. DTNA recommends that you should contact them immediately if you notice any missing bolts during your daily pre-trip inspection.

Additional information

Background

Visit Transport Canada’s Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database for the original recall.

Details
Original published date:
Alert / recall type
Automotive recall
Category
Vehicles - School Bus
Companies
Published by
Transport Canada
Audience
General public
Identification number
RA-74419
Transport Canada ID
2023540

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