Daimler Trucks North America is recalling 20 Thomas Built Buses Minotour school buses from the 2021-2023 model years. The forward seat barrier located behind the driver does not provide adequate protection for passengers as required by federal safety standards. This defect means the barrier may not absorb enough energy during a collision, potentially failing to protect students in a crash. Owners can have this barrier replaced by a dealer at no cost.
During a crash, occupants may strike the front seat barrier with significantly more force than intended. Because the barrier does not meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 222 requirements, it increases the risk of serious injury to passengers sitting behind the driver's side.
Dealers will replace the forward seat barrier at no cost.
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: NHTSA Notice · Raw API Response