Fan hub bolts improperly torqued
Defect Summary
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2020-2021 thomas built saf-t-liner c2 school buses equipped with detroit diesel dd5 engines. the fan hub bolts may have been may have been insufficiently tightened.
Safety Consequence
The loose bolts can cause the fan to damage surrounding components and/or detach from the engine, disabling the bus and resulting in an evacuation in an uncontrolled traffic situation, thereby increasing the risk of an injury.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the fan hub bolts, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began january 16, 2020. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl-841.
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FAQ: Recall 19V869000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 19V869000?
NHTSA recall 19V869000 was issued by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc on December 6, 2019. It addresses: Fan hub bolts improperly torqued. The recall affects approximately 145 vehicles, with the defect involving the Engine And Engine Cooling component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Daimler Trucks North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 19V869000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL-841. 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.