NHTSA Recall 21V327000: Fuel rail (fuel system)
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,262 vehicles. It affects 2018–2021 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner Hdx.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V327000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FL-886 |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL › FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM › FUEL RAIL |
| Report received | May 7, 2021 |
| Owner notification | October 29, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DNTA) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX School Buses. The sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot bore holes, allowing the high pressure fuel rail assembly to leak.
Safety risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel rail and fuel lines, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on June 21, 2021. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-886.
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 21V327000
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.