Vehicle recall 09V355000 · September 15, 2009

Freightliner Business Class M2, Thomas Built Buses C2 and 1 more model

The weld around the steering shaft tube that secures the spline tube to the intermediate tube may be mislocated (i.e., not fully over the seam created when the tubes are pressed…

Summary

Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2010 thomas built school buses and freightliner business class M2 medium duty trucks and freightliner custom chassis S2 vehicles manufactured between April 21 and July 2, 2009, equipped with TRW igen 3 intermediate steering columns. The weld around the steering shaft tube that secures the spline tube to the intermediate tube may be mislocated (i.e., not fully over the seam created when the tubes are pressed together.)

Consequence

Mislocated welds may result in torsional and axial strength falling below acceptable levels. This condition could result in separation of the steering column, loss of steering control and a vehicle crash without warning.

Remedy

Daimler trucks will notify owners and the vehicles will be repaired free of charge. The safety recall began on November 6, 2009. Owners may contact daimler trucks toll-free at 1-800-547-0712.

Notes

Daimler trucks' recall campaign number fl-554.OWNERS may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.