NHTSA Recall 08V648000: Labels (equipment)
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,590 vehicles. It affects 2005–2009 Thomas Built Buses Minotour.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V648000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-540 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS |
| Report received | December 9, 2008 |
| Owner notification | June 30, 2009 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance |
Defect
Daimler trucks north america (dtna) is recalling 2,590 my 2005 through 2009 thomas built minotour school buses with gvwr of 10,000 pounds or less, manufactured between september 1, 2004 and november 26, 2008. The tire placard contains incorrect information which fails to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, tire selection and rims.
Safety risk
Incorrect information on the tire placard may lead to tire overloading and possibly cause tire failure which may result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
New labels will be sent to owners for installation. The recall is expected to begin on or about november 3, 2009. Owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712 or thomas built at 1-336-889-4871.
Notes
Dtna's recall no. Fl-540.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 08V648000
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.