NHTSA Recall 10V486000: Seats
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 294 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Thomas Built Buses Hdx.
| NHTSA campaign | 10V486000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SEATS |
| Report received | October 14, 2010 |
| Owner notification | November 24, 2010 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler trucks is recalling certain thomas built mvp-ef, hdx, and saf-t-liner c2 school buses manufactured from march 17, 2009, through december 7, 2009, equipped with stabilus bloc-o-lift, p/n 5561ed, driver seats. The weld which holds the mounting tab to the shock body was improperly welded and can break.
Safety risk
The seat could drop unexpectedly without prior warning and could cause momentary loss of steering control, possibly resulting in a crash.
Remedy
Daimler trucks will notify owners and repairs will be performed by authorized thomas built buses service facilities free of charge. The safety recall began on november 24, 2010. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
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 10V486000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Thomas Built Buses Hdx | 2010, 2011 |
| Thomas Built Buses Mvp-Ef | 2010, 2011 |
| Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 | 2010, 2011 |
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.