Safety Recall NHTSA · 21V255000 Reported April 12, 2021

Steering arm and tie rod bolts may fracture

Daimler Trucks North America, Llc · Steering · 1,252 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
21V255000
Manufacturer Campaign
FL-884
Component
Steering
Vehicles Affected
1,252
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
April 12, 2021
Completion Rate
85.30

Defect Summary

Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2021-2022 thomas built buses saf-t-liner c2, saf-t-liner efx, and saf-t-liner hdx school buses. the steering arm and tie rod bolts may have a defective seam that can fracture.

Safety Consequence

A fractured bolt may cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tie rod arm bolts and steering arm, free of charge. the recall began on june 10, 2021. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. dtna's number for this recall is fl-884.

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 21V255000 or campaign FL-884.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 21V255000

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

What is recall 21V255000?

NHTSA recall 21V255000 was issued by Daimler Trucks North America, Llc on April 12, 2021. It addresses: Steering arm and tie rod bolts may fracture. The recall affects approximately 1,252 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Daimler Trucks North America, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 21V255000 or the manufacturer campaign number FL-884. 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.