NHTSA Recall 24V151000: Latching/release system (structure)
Daimler Coaches North America reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 111 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Mercedes-Benz Tourrider Business.
| NHTSA campaign | 24V151000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 83.10T24281A |
| Component | STRUCTURE › EMERGENCY › ESCAPE/EGRESS/EXIT › LATCHING/RELEASE SYSTEM |
| Report received | February 26, 2024 |
| Owner notification | April 5, 2024 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Daimler Coaches North America (Daimler Coaches) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Mercedes Benz Tourrider Business and Tourrider Premium vehicles. The roof hatch handle may break. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 217, "Bus Emergency Exits and Window Retention and Release."
Safety risk
A broken handle could prevent or delay occupants from exiting the vehicle during an emergency, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the handle, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 05, 2024. Owners may contact Daimler Coaches customer service at 1-416-624-3558. Daimler Coaches number for this recall is 83.10T24281A.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 24V151000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz Tourrider Business | 2022, 2023, 2024 |
| Mercedes-Benz Tourrider Premium | 2022, 2023, 2024 |
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.