Thomas Built Buses · United States · High
Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner Efx, Saf-T-Liner HDX: Service brakes — caliper
Affects Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner Efx, Saf-T-Liner HDX · 2021 — about 6 vehicles.
The hazard
The loose bolt could result in the other caliper bolts to loosen. Insufficiently tightened bolts may not provide adequate clamping force between the brake caliper and brake anchor plate, resulting in reduced brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
What to do
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 17, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-873.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational