Thomas Built Buses · United States · Mod
Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX, Saf-T-Liner Efx +2 more: Equipment adaptive/mobility
Affects Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX, Saf-T-Liner Efx, Saf-T-Liner Ef, Minotour · 2006–2015 — about 52 vehicles.
The hazard
If the bearings move out of position, the stowed platform may have excessive movement resulting in failure of the platform mounting. This failure could cause the wheel chair lift platform to fall out of the vehicle when the doors are opened, increasing the risk of injury for the lift operator.
What to do
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the link arms for damage or for displaced bearings. The platform will be inspected for cracks. Any damaged parts will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on November 2, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-686.