Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner Efx, Saf-T-Liner HDX +1 more: Steering — critical fasteners

Affects Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner Efx, Saf-T-Liner HDX, Saf-T-Liner C2 · 2021–2022 — about 1K vehicles.

The hazard

A fractured bolt may cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tie rod arm bolts and steering arm, free of charge. The recall began on June 10, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-884.

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