NHTSA Recall 09V287000: Structure
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 35 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Thomas Built Buses Hdx.
| NHTSA campaign | 09V287000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-555 |
| Component | STRUCTURE |
| Report received | July 23, 2009 |
| Owner notification | November 5, 2009 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Daimler trucks is recalling 35 model year 2010 mvp-ef and hdx thomas built transit buses manufactured from october 22, 2008 through march 25, 2009 the emergency exit push-out window may be installed improperly resulting in binding of the window.
Safety risk
In the event of an emergency evacuation, binding emergency exit windows may delay evacuation and may increase the risk of personal injury to the vehicle occupants.
Remedy
Daimler trucks will notify owners and repair the buses free of charge. Repairs will be performed by daimler trucks dealerships. The safety recall began on november 5, 2009. Owners may contact daimler trucks toll-free at 1-800-547-0712 or thomas built customer support office at 1-336-889-4871.
Notes
Daimler trucks recall campaign no. Fl-555.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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 09V287000
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.