Recall 09V458000: 2008–2011 Fccc B2 and 1 other model

Report received

Dec 1, 2009

Manufacturer

Daimler trucks north america

Potentially affected

3,739vehicles

Model years

2008–2011

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2011 thomas built saf-t-liner c2 school buses and fccc b2 chassis manufactured from june 1, 2007 through september 28, 2009. Fasteners used to connect the rear suspension spring to the suspension hanger bracket may not have been torqued to specification. Under torqued fasteners may become loose and potentially fall out.

Possible consequence

Loose or missing fasteners may allow the rear suspension to become misaligned, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and adjust the fasteners as required. Damaged fasteners will be replaced. Repairs will be made free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during february 2010. Owners may contact daimler trucks toll-free at 1-800-547-0712.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2008 Fccc B20 complaints
• 2009 Fccc B20 complaints
• 2010 Fccc B20 complaints
• 2011 Fccc B20 complaints
• 2008 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C25 complaints
• 2009 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C22 complaints
• 2010 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C21 complaints
• 2011 Thomas Built Buses SAF-T-Liner C20 complaints