2024 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 — Structure: body
Published May 9, 2023 · Recall initiated: May 8, 2023
Summary
NHTSA records recall 23V330000, published May 9, 2023 and initiated May 8, 2023. Recalling firm: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC; 2024 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 — Structure: body.
What's the hazard
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2024 Thomas Built SAF-T-LINER C2 school buses. A rear exterior joint may have been manufactured incorrectly, resulting in insufficient joint strength. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 221, "School Bus Body Joint Strength.
What to do
Dealers will add additional fasteners to secure the joints, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 29, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-574-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL972.
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Recall details
- Brand
- THOMAS BUILT BUSES
- Model
- SAF-T-LINER C2
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America, LLC
- Lot
- 2024 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER C2
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2024 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 — Structure: body recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 23V330000 on May 9, 2023. Reported hazard: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2024 Thomas Built SAF-T-LINER C2 school buses. A rear exterior joint may have been manufactured incorrectly, resulting in insufficient joint strength. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 221, "School Bus Body Joint Strength.
What should I do if I have this product?
Dealers will add additional fasteners to secure the joints, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 29, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-574-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL972.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: THOMAS BUILT BUSES. Model: SAF-T-LINER C2.