Exterior emergency door handle may detach
Defect Summary
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain model year 1998-2002 thomas built buses saf-t-liner conventional, 2000-2002 saf-t-liner er, 2000-2017 saf-t-liner mvp-ef, 1998-1999 vista, 2003 saf-t-liner fs65, 2013-2017 saf-t-liner c2, 2000-2002 saf-t-liner mvp-er, 2013-2017 saf-t-liner hdx. in the affected vehicles, the stem that connects the outside emergency door handle to the emergency door opening mechanism may corrode.
Safety Consequence
If the stem corrodes, the door handle could detach from the emergency door opening mechanism, delaying the opening of the door and the evacuation of the bus. in the event of an emergency, this may increase the risk of injury to the bus occupants.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will either replace the stems or protect them against corrosion, free of charge. an interim notice was sent to owners on july 28, 2016. a second notice was mailed to owners on december 16, 2016. parts are available. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl-713.
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FAQ: Recall 16V395000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V395000?
NHTSA recall 16V395000 was issued by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc on June 2, 2016. It addresses: Exterior emergency door handle may detach. The recall affects approximately 24,698 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Daimler Trucks North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V395000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL-713. 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.