Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX: Seat belts

Affects Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX · 2013–2018 — about 152 vehicles.

The hazard

A seat lap belt anchored to the seat instead of the bus structure may not properly restrain the seat occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

What to do

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seats and modify the anchorage if necessary, free of charge. An interim notice was mailed to owners on June 15, 2017. A second notice will be mailed when the remedy becomes available. The recall is expected to begin on July 9, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA Customer Service 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for the recall is FL-736.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational