Insufficiently tightened flex plate fasteners
Defect Summary
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2017-2020 saf-t-liner c2 school buses equipped with detroit dd5 engines and allison transmissions. The flex-plate/torque converter fasteners may have been insufficiently tightened.
Safety Consequence
The loose bolts may lead a disabled school bus and result in a school bus evacuation procedure in an uncontrolled traffic situation, increasing the risk of an injury.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the fasteners, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began november 19, 2019. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl-828.
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FAQ: Recall 19V686000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 19V686000?
NHTSA recall 19V686000 was issued by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc on September 27, 2019. It addresses: Insufficiently tightened flex plate fasteners. The recall affects approximately 618 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Daimler Trucks North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 19V686000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL-828. 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.