Insufficiently tightened brake caliper bolts
Defect Summary
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2018-2019 thomas built school buses saf-t-liner c2, saf-t-liner hdx and saf-t-liner efx school buses. the brake caliper mounting bolts may have been insufficiently tightened.
Safety Consequence
Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna has notified owners, and dealers will check and tighten the brake caliper mounting bolts, free of charge. the recall began december 3, 2018. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl-794.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Daimler Trucks North America, Llc or involving Service Brakes, Air.
FAQ: Recall 18V702000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18V702000?
NHTSA recall 18V702000 was issued by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc on October 5, 2018. It addresses: Insufficiently tightened brake caliper bolts. The recall affects approximately 1,532 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Air component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Daimler Trucks North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18V702000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL-794. 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.