NHTSA Recall 13V364000: Labels (equipment) and fuel system, diesel
Daimler Trucks North America reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 8 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner EF.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V364000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-643 |
| Components | EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS; FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL |
| Report received | August 15, 2013 |
| Owner notification | October 18, 2013 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America (Daimler) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Saf-T-Liner (EF, EFX, and HDX) buses equipped with an auxiliary fuel pickup tube for use with an optional chassis coolant heater and manufactured January 1, 2012, through October 4, 2012. An information label affixed to the auxiliary heater fuel pickup tube may detach and fall off into the fuel tank, inhibiting fuel delivery to the engine.
Safety risk
Insufficient fuel delivery may cause the engine to stumble, run erratically, or stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Daimler will notify owners and dealers will inspect the tanks and auxiliary heater fuel pickup tubes for labels. Any labels will be removed, free of charge. The recall began on October 18, 2013. Owners may contact Daimler at 1-800-716-7466. Daimler's recall number is FL-643.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 13V364000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner EF | 2013, 2014 |
| Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner Efx | 2013, 2014 |
| Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner Hdx | 2013, 2014 |
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.