Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
FCCC
Model Of Vehicle
B2
Year
2009
Recall Campaign Number
09V458000
Component Description
Suspension:Rear
Effect Of Defect
Loose Or Missing Fasteners May Allow The Rear Suspension To Become Misaligned, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Daimler Trucks North America
Start Of Manufacture
20070601
End Of Manufacture
20090928
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
3739
Date Owners Notified
20100218
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Freightliner Llc
Date Report Received
20091201
Make Campaign Number
FL-567