Defect Description For Recall
Daimler Trucks Is Recalling Certain 2011 And 2012 Thomas Built Ef And Minotour School Buses Manufactured From July 26, 2011, Through August 9, 2011, Equipped With Spectal Industries Emergency Vertical Push Out Windows. Incorrect Rivets May Have Been Used To Attach The Handles That An Occupant Would Use To Open The Window In The Event Of An Emergency. The Part Numbers For The Thomas Built Buses Are: 167977, 167982, 167985, 167990, 168005, 168006, 168025, 168027, 168028, And 168035.
Make Of Vehicle
THOMAS BUILT BUSES
Model Of Vehicle
EF
Year
2011
Recall Campaign Number
11V517000
Component Description
Structure:Body:Door:Hinge And Attachments
Effect Of Defect
If The Handle Is Actuated During A Non-Emergency Situation And Detaches, The Emergency Window Cannot Be Re-Secured, Posing A Risk That Children May Fall Or Climb Out. However, If The Handle Were To Detach During An Emergency, The Exit Window Will Open And Egress Through The Window Will Not Be Hindered.
Fix Defect
Daimler Trucks Will Notify Owners, And Daimler Trucks Authorized Service Facilities Will Perform The Repairs Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On December 8, 2011. Owners May Contact Daimler Trucks At 1-800-547-0712.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Daimler Trucks North America
Start Of Manufacture
20110726
End Of Manufacture
20110809
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
90
Date Owners Notified
20111208
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Freightliner Llc
Date Report Received
20111026
Make Campaign Number
FL-617