NHTSA Recall 08V321000: Equipment adaptive/mobility
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5 vehicles. It affects 2006 Thomas Built Buses FS65.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V321000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-533 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY |
| Report received | July 15, 2008 |
| Owner notification | August 27, 2008 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Daimler trucks is recalling 5 my 2006 thomas built fs-65 school buses manufactured between june 1 and june 8, 2006, equipped with maxon wheelchair lifts. Bending occurs on the locking bracket attachments and in the ramp extrusion which fail to conform to the loading requirement of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 403, "platform lift systems for motor vehicles."
Safety risk
Injury could occur to the lift user.
Remedy
Daimler trucks will notify owners and provide a free remedy which will be performed by thomas built dealerships. The recall began on august 27, 2008. Owners may contact thomas built at 1-336-889-4871.
Notes
Daimler trucks' recall no. Fl-533.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 08V321000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Thomas Built Buses FS65 | 2006 |
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.