Safety Recall NHTSA · 20V435000 Reported July 28, 2020

Adjustable brake pedal arm may rotate

Daimler Trucks North America, Llc · N/A · 1,713 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
20V435000
Manufacturer Campaign
FL-857
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
1,713
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
July 28, 2020
Completion Rate
91.94

Defect Summary

Daimler trucks north america, llc. (dtna) is recalling certain 2021 saf-t-liner c2 school buses. the adjustable brake pedal arm may rotate from its original location due to an incorrect fit between the pedal adjustment tube and the upper brake arm casting.

Safety Consequence

A brake pedal that rotates out of position increases the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will install a new brake pedal assembly, free of charge. dtna issued owners an interim notification on september 22, 2020. the recall began february 17, 2021. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl-857.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Daimler Trucks North America, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 20V435000 or campaign FL-857.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 20V435000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 20V435000?

NHTSA recall 20V435000 was issued by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc on July 28, 2020. It addresses: Adjustable brake pedal arm may rotate. The recall affects approximately 1,713 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 20V435000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL-857. 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.