NHTSA Recall 05V057000: Structure
DAIMLERCHRYSLER COMMERCIAL BUSES NC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 262 vehicles. It affects 2002–2004 Daimlerchrysler Slf.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V057000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STRUCTURE |
| Report received | February 16, 2005 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain transit buses fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 217, "bus emergency exits and window retention and release." the striker plates at the bottom of the emergency pushout windows can wear a groove into the emergency release bolt. If this groove becomes deep enough, the emergency push window may fail to open as intended when released.
Safety risk
In the event of an emergency, failure of the pushout window could potentially trap passengers or delay their escape, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Hehr international is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Owners may contact hehr international at 323-663-1261 or daimlerchrysler commercial bus at 336-454-3484.
Notes
Customers 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.
Vehicles covered by recall 05V057000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.