NHTSA Recall 08V269000: Suspension
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,506 vehicles. It affects 10 models including the Farber Specialty Specialty Vehicle.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V269000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-530 |
| Component | SUSPENSION |
| Report received | June 17, 2008 |
| Owner notification | September 12, 2008 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler trucks is recalling 2,506 my 2008 xc motor home chassis and thomas built hdx school and transit buses equipped with saf-holland adl series rear suspensions. In some instances the transverse beam was not properly welded which could result in a failure of the weld.
Safety risk
If the weld fails, vehicle stability while cornering could be affected resulting in loss of vehicle control, possibly resulting in a crash. In addition, the transverse beam could drop to the ground causing sparks that could cause a fire hazard.
Remedy
Daimler trucks is working with saf-holland to have a visual inspection of the adl transverse beam performed. If a weld defect is identified, saf-holland will provide a service replacement kit that contains a new transverse beam, all necessary installation hardware, beam replacement, and instructions free of charge (please see 08e031). The recall recall began on september 12, 2008 (thomas built buses) and october 8, 2008. Owners may contact saf-holland at 1-231-773-3271 or daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
Daimler trucks recall no. Fl-530.customers may 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 08V269000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Farber Specialty Specialty Vehicle | 2008 |
| FCCC Xc | 2008 |
| Fleetwood Bounder Diesel | 2008 |
| Fleetwood Discovery | 2008 |
| Fleetwood Excursion | 2008 |
| Fleetwood Expedition | 2008 |
| Fleetwood Providence | 2008 |
| Thomas Built Buses Hdx | 2008 |
| Tiffin Allegro Bus | 2008, 2009 |
| Tiffin Phaeton | 2008, 2009 |
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.