NHTSA Recall 11V517000: Hinge and attachments (structure)
DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 90 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Thomas Built Buses Ef.
| NHTSA campaign | 11V517000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-617 |
| Component | STRUCTURE › BODY › DOOR › HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS |
| Report received | October 26, 2011 |
| Owner notification | December 8, 2011 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler trucks is recalling certain 2011 and 2012 thomas built ef and minotour school buses manufactured from july 26, 2011, through august 9, 2011, equipped with spectal industries emergency vertical push out windows. Incorrect rivets may have been used to attach the handles that an occupant would use to open the window in the event of an emergency. The part numbers for the thomas built buses are: 167977, 167982, 167985, 167990, 168005, 168006, 168025, 168027, 168028, and 168035.
Safety risk
If the handle is actuated during a non-emergency situation and detaches, the emergency window cannot be re-secured, posing a risk that children may fall or climb out. However, if the handle were to detach during an emergency, the exit window will open and egress through the window will not be hindered.
Remedy
Daimler trucks will notify owners, and daimler trucks authorized service facilities will perform the repairs free of charge. The safety recall began on december 8, 2011. Owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes
Daimler trucks' recall campaign number is fl-617.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 11V517000
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.