Recall 13V364000
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect Description
Daimler Trucks North America (Daimler) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Saf-T-Liner (EF, EFX, and HDX) buses equipped with an auxiliary fuel pickup tube for use with an optional chassis coolant heater and manufactured January 1, 2012, through October 4, 2012. An information label affixed to the auxiliary heater fuel pickup tube may detach and fall off into the fuel tank, inhibiting fuel delivery to the engine.
Safety Consequence
Insufficient fuel delivery may cause the engine to stumble, run erratically, or stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Daimler will notify owners and dealers will inspect the tanks and auxiliary heater fuel pickup tubes for labels. Any labels will be removed, free of charge. The recall began on October 18, 2013. Owners may contact Daimler at 1-800-716-7466. Daimler's recall number is FL-643.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | THOMAS BUILT BUSES | SAF-T-LINER EF |
| 2013 | THOMAS BUILT BUSES | SAF-T-LINER EFX |
| 2013 | THOMAS BUILT BUSES | SAF-T-LINER HDX |
| 2014 | THOMAS BUILT BUSES | SAF-T-LINER EF |
| 2014 | THOMAS BUILT BUSES | SAF-T-LINER EFX |
| 2014 | THOMAS BUILT BUSES | SAF-T-LINER HDX |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.