Seat cushion hinge
Defect Summary
Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2011 saf-t-liner c2, hdx, mvp-ef, and minotour school buses manufactured from october 21, 2009 through january 19, 2010. the buses fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 222, "school bus passenger seating and crash protection." seat cushion hinge tolerance may allow the cushion to slip laterally causing the latch striker to become disengaged from the seat frame. once the seat cushion becomes unlatched it can be lifted with less force than required by the standard.
Safety Consequence
In the event of a crash or sudden maneuver, the seat cushion may unlatch exposing the seat frame to the vehicle's occupants possibly resulting in injury.
Corrective Action
Daimler trucks will notify owners and repairs will be performed by thomas built buses dealerships free of charge. the safety recall began on february 15, , 2010. owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
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FAQ: Recall 10V058000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 10V058000?
NHTSA recall 10V058000 was issued by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc on February 23, 2010. It addresses: Seat cushion hinge. The recall affects approximately 100 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Daimler Trucks North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 10V058000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL-571. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.