2007 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER C2 Recalls (26)

Campaign:
07V055000 on 02/14/2007
Component:
Service brakes, air
Manufactured:
07/02/2006 - 11/02/2006
Affected:
535
Defect:
Certain my 2007 thomas built c2 saf-t-liner school buses and freightliner business class m2, fccc b2, and s2 bus chassis manufactured between july 3 and november 3, 2006.
Consequence:
Under certain conditions, the park brake or work brake may fail allowing the vehicle to roll, possibly resulting in personal injury. also, the stop lamps may intermittently fail to illuminate when the service brake is applied.
Correction:
Freightliner will notify owner and repair the buses free of charge. the recall began on may 24, 2007. owners can contact freightliner's customer assistance center at 800-385-4357.
Notes:
Freightliner's recall no. fl-491.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
07V212000 on 05/17/2007
Component:
Exterior lighting
Manufactured:
11/30/2003 - 05/17/2007
Affected:
9,970
Defect:
Certain 2005 through 2008 thomas built saf-t-liner c2 school buses manufactured from december 1, 2003 to may 18, 2007. the external warning lights may stop functioning unexpectedly if the front entrance door closes without the driver's input.
Consequence:
Failure of the external warning lights to remain on during the loading or unloading process could possibly result in a student being struck by a passing motorist while boarding or exiting the bus.
Correction:
Freightliner will notify owners and repair the buses free of charge. the recall began on january 21, 2008. owners may contact thomas built at 336-889-4871 or contact freightliner at 800-547-0712.
Notes:
Freightliner recall no. fl-496.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
07V250000 on 06/18/2007
Component:
Fuel system, other:delivery
Manufactured:
11/30/2003 - 10/09/2006
Affected:
7,192
Defect:
Certain my 2005-2007 thomas built saf-t-liner c2 school buses manufactured between december 1, 2003, and october 10, 2006. fasteners used to secure the fuel tube mounting bracket to the bus floor may be missing or improperly installed. vehicles with missing or improperly installed fuel fill tube mounting bracket fasteners do not comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 301, "fuel system integrity."
Consequence:
This could result in fuel spillage during or after a vehicle crash possibly resulting in a fire.
Correction:
Freightliner will notify owners and repair the buses free of charge. the recall began on august 10, 2007. owners can contact thomas built at 336-889-4871 or contact freightliner at 800-547-0712.
Notes:
Freightliner recall no. fl-498.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
07V302000 on 07/15/2007
Component:
Service brakes, air:supply:check valve
Manufactured:
06/30/2002 - 07/02/2007
Affected:
75,000
Defect:
Certain freightliner school bus chassis, heavy trucks, and thomas built school buses manufactured between july 2002 and july 3, 2007, equipped with bendix sr-7 spring brake control valves. the parker scv brass 90 degree single check valves (scv) which attach to the supply port of a bendix sr-7 spring brake modulating valve can break apart. pieces of the parker scv can become lodged inside the sr-7 spring brake modulating valve, potentially causing either leakage out of the sr-7 valve or preventing air from properly exhausting from the sr-7 valve. also, due to a manufacturing defect in the internal rubber check valve inside the sr-7 spring brake modulating valves, the valves can become deformed and not seat properly.
Consequence:
These conditions could either result in leakage and cause a delay in the application of the spring brake without warning or possibly lead to unintended vehicle rollaway or brake drag which could result in a vehicle crash, personal injury, or death.
Correction:
Freightliner will notify owners and repair the vehicles free of charge. the recall began on january 11, 2008 to freightliner, sterling, and freightliner custom chassis owners; to thomas built bus owners on february 1, 2008. owners can contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes:
Freightliner recall no. fl-504.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
07V306000 on 07/17/2007
Component:
Steering
Manufactured:
01/04/2007 - 05/16/2007
Affected:
18,000
Defect:
Freightliner is recalling certain school bus chassis, heavy trucks, van chassis, rv motorhome chassis manufactured from january 5 to may 17, 2007, equipped with axle alliance company (aac) front axles. during the front axle assembly, the fasteners that attach the steering arm or tie rod arms to the spindle may be over or under tightened.
Consequence:
Incorrectly tightened steering arm fasteners may fatigue and fracture which could cause a crash without warning.
Correction:
Thomas built will notify owners, inspect the fasteners, and replace the steering arm if necessary. the recall began on december 21, 2007. owners can contact freightliner at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes:
Freightliner recall no. fl-501.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
07V459000 on 09/26/2007
Component:
Structure
Manufactured:
03/07/2006 - 08/09/2007
Affected:
3,581
Defect:
Certain thomas built school buses manufactured between march 8, 2006, and august 10, 2007, equipped with one or more "pro lo roof hatch" option numbers d107307001, d107307002, or d107307003. retroreflective tape was not installed around the perimeter of the roof mounted emergency exit hatch. these buses fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 217, bus emergency exits and window retention and release.
Consequence:
Improperly identified emergency exits may hinder evacuation efforts.
Correction:
Thomas built will notify owners and repair the buses by installing retroreflective tape free of charge. the recall began on december 4, 2007. owners may call thomas built at 336-889-4871 or contact freightliner at 800-547-0712.
Notes:
Freightliner recall no. fl-510.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
08V087000 on 02/26/2008
Component:
Structure:body:door:hinge and attachments
Manufactured:
12/31/1993 - 03/09/2008
Affected:
243,435
Defect:
Daimler trucks is recalling 243,435 my 1995-2008 thomas built school buses manufactured between january 1994, and march 10, 2008. (additional buses have been added to this recall campaign. please see supplemental report no. 4) the emergency exit door handle begins corroding around the securing roll pin and square drive mechanism causing the protective finish to chip and flake. continued corrosion and pitting weakens the handle. handles weakened by corrosion may break while trying to open the door from the exterior.
Consequence:
In the event of an emergency, a person on the outside of the bus may break the door handle trying to open the emergency exit potentially delaying evacuation and increasing the risk of personal injury to the vehicle's occupants.
Correction:
Daimler trucks will notify owners and will replace the handles with a more robust handle free of charge. repairs will be performed by thomas built buses dealerships. the recall began on august 18, 2008, and notification for the revised population is expected to begin on or about april 29, 2009. owners may contact thomas built at 336-889-4871.
Notes:
Daimler trucks recall no. fl-525.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
08V088000 on 02/26/2008
Component:
Equipment adaptive
Manufactured:
07/05/2005 - 07/18/2006
Affected:
760
Defect:
Daimler trucks is recalling 760 my 2003-2007 thomas built school buses manufactured between july 6, 2005 and july 19, 2006, equipped with braun wheelchair lifts, models nl, ncl, or nvl. the threshold warning systems of the subject model wheelchair lifts fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 403, platform lift systems for motor vehicles.
Consequence:
Should the threshold warning system fail to operate, the lift user can fall from the vehicle and be seriously injured.
Correction:
Daimler trucks will notify owners and provide a free remedy which will be performed by thomas built dealerships. the recall began on august 8, 2008. owners may contact thomas built at 336-889-4871.
Notes:
Daimler trucks recall no. fl-524.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
08V602000 on 11/18/2008
Component:
Exterior lighting:brake lights
Manufactured:
02/28/2005 - 05/30/2008
Affected:
15,686
Defect:
Daimler trucks is recalling 15,686 my 2005 through 2009 fccc and thomas built school and transit buses manufactured between march 2005 and may 2008 equipped with a certain brake lamp air pressure switch. the contacts in the pressure switch for the low current brake lamp signal to the chassis ecu may have become contaminated by silicone during assembly causing insulating deposits to build up over time preventing the brake lamps from operating.
Consequence:
Inoperative brake lamps would not provide a signal to following drivers that the brakes are applied and a crash may occur.
Correction:
Daimler trucks will notify owners and dealers will replace the pressure switch free of charge. the recall is expected to begin on or about march 18, 2009. owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712 or thomas built buses at 1-336-889-4871.
Notes:
Daimler trucks' recall no. fl-538.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
08V602000 on 11/18/2008
Component:
Exterior lighting:brake lights
Manufactured:
02/28/2005 - 05/30/2008
Affected:
15,686
Defect:
Daimler trucks is recalling 15,686 my 2005 through 2009 fccc and thomas built school and transit buses manufactured between march 2005 and may 2008 equipped with a certain brake lamp air pressure switch. the contacts in the pressure switch for the low current brake lamp signal to the chassis ecu may have become contaminated by silicone during assembly causing insulating deposits to build up over time preventing the brake lamps from operating.
Consequence:
Inoperative brake lamps would not provide a signal to following drivers that the brakes are applied and a crash may occur.
Correction:
Daimler trucks will notify owners and dealers will replace the pressure switch free of charge. the recall is expected to begin on or about march 18, 2009. owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712 or thomas built buses at 1-336-889-4871.
Notes:
Daimler trucks' recall no. fl-538.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
09V010000 on 01/12/2009
Component:
Structure:body:door:hinge and attachments
Manufactured:
09/30/2004 - 11/23/2008
Affected:
22,206
Defect:
Daimler trucks is recalling 22,206 thomas built my 2005 through 2010 school buses manufactured from october 2004 through november 24, 2008. the lower end of the front entrance door aft assist handrail may be located too close to the step.
Consequence:
It may be possible for items such as drawstrings and straps to become caught on the handrails potentially leading to injury or death.
Correction:
Daimler trucks will notify owners and repairs will be performed by thomas built buses dealerships and direct warranty customer free of charge. the recall is expected to begin on or about march 6, 2009. owners may contact daimler trucks toll-free at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes:
Daimler trucks' recall no. fl-543.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:
09V461000 on 11/30/2009
Component:
Service brakes, hydraulic:pedals and linkages
Manufactured:
10/04/2004 - 11/24/2009
Affected:
2,631
Defect:
Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2011 thomas built saf-t-liner c2 school buses built on fccc b2 chassis manufactured from october 15, 2004 through november 25, 2009, equipped with kongsberg automotive adjustable brake pedals. the adjustable brake pedal arm may loosen allowing the arm to rotate around its shaft and swing in front of the accelerator pedal, reducing braking function.
Consequence:
A loose brake pedal increases the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Daimler trucks will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. the safety recall began on december 22, 2009. owners may contact daimler trucks warranty claims department at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes:
Daimler trucks' campaign number is fl-569.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:
10V177000 on 04/29/2010
Component:
Exterior lighting:brake lights:switch
Manufactured:
01/18/2005 - 04/15/2010
Affected:
6,548
Defect:
Dtna is recalling certain model year 2005 through 2011 thomas built saf-t-liner c2 school buses manufactured beginning january 19, 2005 through april 16, 2010. the stop lamps may be intermittent during light brake applications.
Consequence:
The stop lamps may not properly indicate that the service brakes are applied which may lead to a crash without warning.
Correction:
Dtna will notify owners and repairs will be performed by dtna dealerships free of charge. the safety recall began on may 27, 2011. owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes:
Dtna's recall campaign number is fl-577.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:
10V340000 on 07/26/2010
Component:
Engine and engine cooling
Manufactured:
09/04/2006 - 06/29/2010
Affected:
5,445
Defect:
Daimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2011 fccc b2 106 ch and thomas built saf-t-liner c2 and hdx school buses manufactured from september 5, 2006 through june 30, 2010, equipped with specific mbe900 epa04 and epa07 model engines. the intake air grid heater may short circuit and fail due to excessive internal temperatures.
Consequence:
A short circuited grid heater could result in a vehicle fire and injury to vehicle occupants.
Correction:
Daimler trucks will notify owners and dealers will repair the buses free of charge. repairs will be performed by detroit diesel corporation authorized repair facilities. the safety recall is expected to begin on or about july 29, 2011. owners may contact daimler trucks toll-free at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes:
Daimler trucks' recall campaign number is 10c-5.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:
11V201000 on 03/30/2011
Component:
Equipment:other:labels
Manufactured:
04/16/2000 - 12/20/2009
Affected:
6,360
Defect:
Certain model year 2000 through 2009 thomas built school buses manufactured from april 17, 2000, through december 21, 2009, were equipped with an incorrect tire load certification label. the certification labels list "d" load range tires with a recommended cold tire inflation pressure greater than 65 psi. the buses are equipped with load range "e" tires that require a higher minimum tire pressure. accordingly, these buses fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars."
Consequence:
Incorrect tire information may lead to vehicle overloading that can result in a tire failure which may lead to a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Dtna will notify owners and dealers will replace the incorrect label with a correct label free of charge or, if the owner wishes, they may replace the label themselves. owners should contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712 or thomas built at 1-336-889-4871 to obtain the label if they wish to affix it themselves. the safety recall is expected to begin on or about may 28, 2011.
Notes:
Dtna's recall campaign number is fl-601.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:
11V222000 on 04/05/2011
Component:
Equipment:air conditioner
Manufactured:
01/01/2006 - 01/30/2011
Affected:
6,831
Defect:
Daimler trucks (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2011 saf-t-liner c2, saf-t-liner hdx, mvp-ef, fs-65, and minotor school buses manufactured from january 2, 2006, through january 31, 2011, equipped with carrier genv em-1 evaporator units. due to time, temperature, and/or vibration, the fuse may loosen in the fuse holder resulting in high resistance and arcing.
Consequence:
If sufficient arcing occurs, the fuse holder may melt, and a vehicle fire may occur.
Correction:
Dtna will notify owners and provide information on how to obtain the retrofit kit from carrier along with repair instructions. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on may 20, 2011. (see carrier's recall campaign 11e-003.) owners may contact carrier at 1-800-793-4741 or dtna at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes:
Dtna's recall campaign number is fl-604.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:
11V503000 on 10/17/2011
Component:
Electrical system
Manufactured:
04/04/2004 - 12/25/2005
Affected:
3,109
Defect:
Daimler trucks (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2005 through 2007 thomas built saf-t-liner c2 school buses manufactured from april 5, 2004 through december 26, 2005. the pass-through power cable connections located behind the driver's side kick panel may corrode potentially resulting in an electric fault or short circuit.
Consequence:
An electric fault or short circuit of an un-fused power cable may result in a vehicle fire.
Correction:
The final remedy is being developed. dtna will send owners an interim notice advising them to inspect their buses for corrosion in the area of the power terminals, and if excessive corrosion is found, to take their vehicle to an authorized service facility. repairs will be made by dtna free of charge. the safety recall began on december 15, 2011. owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes:
Dtna's recall campaign number is fl-616.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:
11V505000 on 10/19/2011
Component:
Service brakes, hydraulic
Manufactured:
03/08/2004 - 01/01/2008
Affected:
700
Defect:
Daimler trucks (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2005 through 2009 thomas built saf-t-liner c2 school buses manufactured from march 9, 2004, through january 2, 2008, equipped with caterpillar c7 engines, hydraulic brakes, and a fuel water separator. the fuel line going from the fuel water separator to the engine may rub on the hydraulic brake lines potentially resulting in brake fluid leak.
Consequence:
A brake fluid leak may reduce braking performance increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles to ensure that there is the correct clearance between the fuel and brake lines. damaged lines will be replaced. repairs will be made by dtna authorized service facilities free of charge. the safety recall began on december 27, 2011. owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes:
Dtna's recall campaign number is fl-615.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:
12V225000 on 05/20/2012
Component:
Equipment adaptive
Manufactured:
01/09/2007 - 11/04/2010
Affected:
890
Defect:
Daimler trucks north america (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2011 saf-t-liner ef, minotour, saf-t-liner c2, and saf-t-liner hdx school buses equipped with braun century-2 and vista-2 wheelchair lifts. over time, and with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the outer barrier may become bent or misaligned.
Consequence:
A wheelchair occupant may defeat or ride over the insufficiently latched roll stop. if this occurs when the lift platform is in an elevated position, the wheelchair's occupant could fall and sustain injury.
Correction:
Dtna will notify owners, and the repairs will be performed by authorized braun dealers free of charge. the safety recall began on june 28, 2012. owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes:
Dtna's recall campaign number is fl-627.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:
12V226000 on 05/20/2012
Component:
Equipment adaptive
Manufactured:
01/09/2007 - 05/04/2010
Affected:
100
Defect:
Daimler trucks north america (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2011 saf-t-liner ef, minotour, saf-t-liner c2, saf-t-liner hdx transit buses equipped with braun century-2 and vista-2 wheelchair lifts. over time, and with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the outer barrier may become bent or misaligned.
Consequence:
A wheelchair occupant may defeat or ride over the insufficiently latched roll stop. if this occurs when the lift platform is in an elevated position, the wheelchair's occupant could fall and sustain injury.
Correction:
Dtna will notify owners, and the repairs will be performed by authorized braun dealers, free of charge. the safety recall began on june 28, 2012. owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712.
Notes:
Dtna's recall campaign number is fl-627.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:
15V425000 on 07/05/2015
Component:
Structure:body:door
Affected:
3,013
Defect:
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2002-2004 thomas built buses saf-t-liner er, 2001-2005 saf-t-liner conventional, 2002-2013 saf-t-liner mvp-ef, 2013 saf-t-liner efx, 2001-2008 saf-t-liner fs65, 2005-2013 saf-t-liner c2, 2003-2013 saf-t-liner hdx, 2002-2003 saf-t-liner mvp-er, 2002 vista, and 2002-2003 tl-960 non-school buses. in the affected vehicles, the stem that connects the outside emergency door handle to the emergency door opening mechanism may corrode.
Consequence:
If the stem corrodes, the door handle could detach from the emergency door opening mechanism, delaying the opening of the door and the evacuation of the bus. in the event of an emergency, this may increase the risk of injury to the bus occupants.
Correction:
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will either replace the stems or protect them against corrosion, free of charge. an interim notice was mailed to owners on august 28, 2015. the recall began on december 24, 2015. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-745-8000. dtna's number for this recall is fl-685.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
15V432000 on 07/06/2015
Component:
Structure:body:door
Manufactured:
02/04/2001 - 05/28/2012
Affected:
103,038
Defect:
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2002-2013 thomas built buses saf-t-liner er, 2001-2005 saf-t-liner conventional, 2002-2013 saf-t-liner mvp-ef, 2013 saf-t-liner efx, 2001-2008 saf-t-liner fs65, 2005-2013 saf-t-liner c2, 2003-2013 saf-t-liner hdx, 2002-2003 saf-t-liner mvp-er, 2002 vista, and 2002-2003 tl-960 school buses manufactured from february 5, 2001, through may 29, 2012. in the affected vehicles, the stem that connects the outside emergency door handle to the emergency door opening mechanism may corrode.
Consequence:
If the stem corrodes, the door handle could detach from the emergency door opening mechanism, delaying the opening of the door and the evacuation of the bus. in the event of an emergency, this may increase the risk of injury to the bus occupants.
Correction:
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will either replace the stems or protect them against corrosion, free of charge. daimler issued an interim notification to owners on august 25, 2015. the recall began on december 24, 2015. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-745-8000. dtna's number for this recall is fl-685.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
15V565000 on 09/03/2015
Component:
Equipment adaptive
Manufactured:
01/02/2006 - 07/31/2014
Affected:
4,334
Defect:
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2006-2015 thomas built buses fs-65, saf-t-liner c2, saf-t-liner ef, saf-t-liner efx, saf-t-liner hdx, and minotour drw school buses manufactured january 3, 2006, to august 1, 2014, and equipped with certain ricon model s2005, s2010, s5005, s5010, s5505, s5510 wheelchair lifts. the affected lifts are equipped with folding link arms that may have pivot holes that are too big, allowing the bearings to move out of position.
Consequence:
If the bearings move out of position, the stowed platform may have excessive movement resulting in failure of the platform mounting. this failure could cause the wheel chair lift platform to fall out of the vehicle when the doors are opened, increasing the risk of injury for the lift operator.
Correction:
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the link arms for damage or for displaced bearings. the platform will be inspected for cracks. any damaged parts will be replaced, free of charge. the recall began onnovember 2, 2015. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-745-8000. dtna's number for this recall is fl-686.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
17V453000 on 07/19/2017
Component:
Equipment
Manufactured:
11/30/2004 - 05/29/2017
Affected:
1,462
Defect:
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2005-2018 thomas built buses saf-t-liner c2 school buses. in the event of a crash, the wheelchair pocket track anchorage may not adequately secure a the wheelchair.
Consequence:
In the event of a crash, an unsecured wheelchair may increase the risk of injury.
Correction:
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will add additional fasteners to the wheelchair pocket track to reinforce the anchorage, free of charge. an interim notice was sent to owners on september 13, 2017. the recall began on december 20, 2017. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-745-8000. dtna's number for this recall is fl-743.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
17V454000 on 07/19/2017
Component:
Equipment
Manufactured:
11/30/2004 - 05/29/2017
Affected:
32
Defect:
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2005-2018 thomas built buses saf-t-liner c2 transit buses. in the event of a crash, the wheelchair pocket track anchorage may not adequately secure a the wheelchair.
Consequence:
In the event of a crash, an unsecured wheelchair may increase the risk of injury.
Correction:
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will add additional fasteners to the wheelchair pocket track to reinforce the anchorage, free of charge. an interim letter was mailed on september 13, 2017. the recall began on december 20, 2017. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-745-8000. dtna's number for this recall is fl-743.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
18V083000 on 02/01/2018
Component:
Equipment
Manufactured:
04/14/2002 - 12/10/2015
Affected:
606
Defect:
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2002-2017 thomas built buses saf-t-liner c2, saf-t-liner hdx, fs65, and minotour school buses, equipped with kidde plastic-handle or push button 'pindicator' fire extinguishers. these extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. for a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/rmisc-17e062-5427.pdf
Consequence:
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Correction:
Dtna will notify owners instructing them to contact kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin march 30, 2018. owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712 or kidde customer service at 1-855-262-3540 or online at www.kidde.com and click on "product safety recall" for more information. dtna's number for this recall is fl-759.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

2007 THOMAS BUILT BUSES SAF-T-LINER C2 TSBs (108)

Bulletin:
262
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
Fretting corrosion on smartshift wiring. model years unknown. *nj
Bulletin:
321
Component:
042300 service brakes, air:supply:check valve
Summary:
Amu (air management unit) norgren double-check valve does not seal completely. *nj
Bulletin:
SB-41-1
Component:
105100 power train:driveline:universal joint
Summary:
Thomas built: new tightening procedure has been developed for half round u joint bearing strap capscrews, which should extend u joint life. model years unknown. *pe
Bulletin:
SB-49-3
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
Thomas built: occasionally the amber diesel particulate filter (dpf) status light on the driver message center may come on, indicating that the exhaust soot level is elevated. saf-t-liner cs model. no model years listed. *pe
Bulletin:
SB-42-2
Component:
091100 fuel system, other:storage:tank assembly
Summary:
Thomas built: reservoir internal/external check valve. contamination in the wet/secondary reservoir, p/n 12-15476-00, may cause the inline check valve to become clogged or stuck closed. this can result in insufficient air buildup. no mo
Bulletin:
SB-42-3
Component:
040000 service brakes, air
Summary:
Freightliner: air management unit (amu) replacement. beginning 4/10, school buses equipped with air brakes or hydraulic brakes with air options, will be equipped with an accessory air valve assembly (aava). aava will take the place of th
Bulletin:
SF-435A
Component:
062300 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:hose
Summary:
Freightliner service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. certain vehicles with webasto heater plumbing may have two hoses installed incorrectly. *rm
Bulletin:
SB-35-01
Component:
021600 suspension:front:wheel bearing
Summary:
Freightliner: the instructions to lubricate the wheel bearings on a rear drive axle. *rm
Bulletin:
GI-54-9
Component:
136100 visibility:windshield wiper/washer:switch/wiring
Summary:
Thomas bus: windshield wipers malfunctions causing the wipers to have an unintended cycle. *pe
Bulletin:
SF-453A-D
Component:
062000 engine and engine cooling:cooling system
Summary:
Daimler trucks (freightliner): the instrument display panel, the coolant pump, and radiator on certain hybrid electric vehicles may require updates after inspection. *pe
Bulletin:
PSB-13
Component:
162800 structure:body:hood
Summary:
Thomas built: chassis pdm power cable is chafing/rubbing pdm mounting bracket or hood/fender splash shield, where the copper cable strands are exposed to atmosphere. *pe
Bulletin:
FL685AB
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Tbb emergency door handles on certain buses, the stem which joins the outside emergency door handle to the door opening mechanism may corrode. excessive material loss of the stem due to corrosion could result in the outside handle separa
Bulletin:
sb2080
Component:
062100 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly
Summary:
Sb2080 australian cst m1400 isolated radiator retrofit
Bulletin:
14-036
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
14-036-dlr dtna & jad highlights - q3
Bulletin:
14-038
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
14-038 additional detroit standard repair times
Bulletin:
14-039
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
14-039 new detroit standard diagnostic times
Bulletin:
14-040
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
14-040 additional detroit clos for the heavy duty engine platform
Bulletin:
14CSA20
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
14csa20 egr valve actuator kit p/n e23539699
Bulletin:
14CSA21
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
14csa21 holiday schedule for the detroit customer support center ?
Bulletin:
14CSA22
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
14csa22 dtna chassis wiring diagrams
Bulletin:
14CSA23
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
14csa23 csc announces ?tech tips? ? ddcsn
Bulletin:
14TL7
Component:
354000 equipment:mechanical
Summary:
14tl7 dd platform flywheel housing runout tool w470589032100
Bulletin:
14TL8
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
14tl8 torcup? non-impacting torque tool.
Bulletin:
14TL9
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
14tl9 special tool warranty program.
Bulletin:
14-040A
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
14-040_additional_clos additional detroit clos for the heavy duty engine platform
Bulletin:
14-039A
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
14-039_additional_sdts new detroit standard diagnostic times
Bulletin:
14-038A
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
14-038_new_srts additional detroit standard repair times.
Bulletin:
14WO-9
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
14wo-9_warranty_access detroit new user warranty access request
Bulletin:
14-029
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
14-029 new detroit standard diagnostic times
Bulletin:
14-017R
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
14-017r revised: detroit addition of admin time
Bulletin:
13R
Component:
160000 structure
Summary:
13r_floor cross tube crack repair_03-13r
Bulletin:
49-05
Component:
091200 fuel system, other:storage:fuel gauge system
Summary:
49-05 def gauge reading incorrectly
Bulletin:
0224-14
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
0224-14 spn 1590 fmi 9 - cpc- all years february 2014
Bulletin:
0233-14
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
0233-14 spn 51 fmi 2 - all years
Bulletin:
0215-14
Component:
090000 fuel system, other
Summary:
0215-14 check for rough running or stalling - three-filter fuel system
Bulletin:
0202-14
Component:
090000 fuel system, other
Summary:
0202-14 symptom diagnostics - hard start no start - two-filter fuel system
Bulletin:
0229-14
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
0229-14 symptom based diagnostics - oil separator
Bulletin:
0219-14
Component:
090000 fuel system, other
Summary:
0219-14 metal in fuel
Bulletin:
0228-14
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
0228-14 engine oil leaks - oil dye method
Bulletin:
0210-14
Component:
090000 fuel system, other
Summary:
0210-14 high pressure fuel rail feed lines - three-filter system
Bulletin:
0238-14
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
0238-14 removal of the high pressure fuel injector lines - two-filter
Bulletin:
0239-14
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
0239-14 high pressure fuel injector lines - three-filter system
Bulletin:
15-029
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
_warranty recognition program - coming soon
Bulletin:
15-028A
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
15-028 new detroit coolant line srts
Bulletin:
12-038
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
12-038-dlr - no problem found - policy claims - during basic vehicle chassis or base engine coverage
Bulletin:
12-039
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
12-039-dlr owl pre-approval's time frame increases to 60 days
Bulletin:
12-040
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
12-040-dlr roof fairing removal program
Bulletin:
12-045
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
12-045-dlr new vehicle warranty and extended coverage freight
Bulletin:
EFX Exterior Par
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Efx exterior parts ref manual 2012.12.12 bm
Bulletin:
FL743
Component:
356000 equipment adaptive
Summary:
Fl743 tbb wheelchair pocket track
Bulletin:
16-007
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
canadian warranty parts return address change
Bulletin:
16-008
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
new detroit bearing failure analysis standard diagnostic time
Bulletin:
16-009R
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
16-009r_owl enhancements
Bulletin:
16-011
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
16-011 new detroit camshaft housing seal standard repair time
Bulletin:
16TS7
Component:
080000 fuel system, diesel
Summary:
16ts7 reman diesel particulate filter serial number
Bulletin:
ICI14-012
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Ici14-012-dlr freightliner cascadia daytime running lights (canada only
Bulletin:
14-022
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
14-022 pre-approval threshold increase from $2,500 to $5,000 usd
Bulletin:
14-023
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
14-023 detroit axles pre-approval changes
Bulletin:
14-024
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
14-024-dlr dtna & jad highlights - q1 & q2
Bulletin:
14-025
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
14-025-dlr tbb - changes to pdi requirements & pdi claims
Bulletin:
14-027
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
14-027 detroit's new consolidated labor operations (clos
Bulletin:
14-028
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
14-028 remy extended coverage direct file
Bulletin:
712-14
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
712-14 engine coolant temperature
Bulletin:
714-14
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
714-14 symptom diagnostics - low engine compression
Bulletin:
715-14
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
715-14 symptom diagnostics - coolant los
Bulletin:
713-14
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
713-14 symptom diagnostics - combustion gas in coolant
Bulletin:
14TS19
Component:
090000 fuel system, other
Summary:
14ts19 dd platform high pressure fuel lines
Bulletin:
14TL2
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
14tl2 dd platform engine stand adapter w060589023100
Bulletin:
14TL5
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
14tl5 abs power line carrier converter available through pdc
Bulletin:
sbt5420
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Sbt5420 guidelines for repairing or replacing an electrical harness
Bulletin:
15-009
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
15-009 new detroit standard diagnostic times
Bulletin:
15-010
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
15-010-dlr transmission cooler line photos
Bulletin:
15CSA4
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
15csa4 holiday schedule for the detroit customer support center
Bulletin:
15TL4
Component:
072100 fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Summary:
15tl4 w470589050900 ? 3/8? drive gen2 two-stage valve socket
Bulletin:
15TL5
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
15tl5 davco shop pro® fxp 95
Bulletin:
15-013
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
15-013-dlr tbb cummins 10 percent handling allowance
Bulletin:
15CSA9
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
15csa9 release of diagnosticlink® 8.02
Bulletin:
15CSA10
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
15csa10 the detroit csc announcing a new feature ? ability to attach files to an existing csc
Bulletin:
15TL6
Component:
073100 fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system:fuel rail
Summary:
15tl6 w470589129100 ? hdep hp fuel rail test caps
Bulletin:
12-022
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
12-022-dlr daimler trucks remarketing corporation (dtr) now requires pre-approval for repairs $1,200 (usd) and greater
Bulletin:
Dealer Memo 2012
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Dealer memo 2012.08.09 new literature order site announcement
Bulletin:
Learning Center
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Learning center dealer registration instructions-2012.07.12
Bulletin:
PAB032
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
Pab032, tbb-syntec seats with iso latch
Bulletin:
PAB033
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Pab033, insta-chain tire chains
Bulletin:
PAB034
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Pab034, mileage rates and interest
Bulletin:
sbt0008
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Sbt0008 routing and clipping tips for extending school bus life
Bulletin:
sbt0901
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
This bulletin provides information for air cleaner element inspection and replacement, as well as, air intake seal installation and leak check.
Bulletin:
04R4
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Required tools for warrantable repair_c2 13-04r4
Bulletin:
FL685
Component:
162320 structure:body:door/window:emergency exit
Summary:
Fl685 tbb emergency door handles
Bulletin:
ICI18-006
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Ici18-006 tbb fl743 ? revised bulletintbb fl743 ? revised bulletin
Bulletin:
DOC-1033383
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Ss: 103383 tbb dash heater baffel/control arm parts numbers
Bulletin:
OlFL685
Component:
162310 structure:body:door:hinge and attachments
Summary:
Olfl685 tbb interim-can tbb emergency door handles
Bulletin:
OlFL685 TBB
Component:
160000 structure
Summary:
Olfl685 tbb interim-us tbb emergency door handles
Bulletin:
sbt5421
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Sbt5421 nexiq usb-link upgrade and diagnostic connector
Bulletin:
sbt3102
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Sbt3102 huck-spin 2 changeover
Bulletin:
04
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
04 required tools for warrantable repair c2 13-04a
Bulletin:
VON 80
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Von 80 heater-defroster fuse replacement hdx
Bulletin:
sbt5420
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Sbt5420 guidelines for repairing or replacing an electrical harness
Bulletin:
sbt4205
Component:
040000 service brakes, air
Summary:
Sbt4205 bendix air disc brake thermal overload issues
Bulletin:
sbt0001
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Sbt0001 validity list thomas bus
Bulletin:
35-2
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
35-2- bearing spacer replacement, conmet preset drive hubs
Bulletin:
33-2
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
33-2- bearing spacer replacement, conmet preset steer hubs
Bulletin:
sbt5410
Component:
111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:
Sbt5410 replacing battery drawer slides
Bulletin:
ICI18-006 TBB FL
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Ici18-006 tbb fl743 ? revised bulletintbb fl743 ? revised bulletin
Bulletin:
DOC-1033383
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Ss: 103383 tbb dash heater baffel/control arm parts numbers
Bulletin:
fp00020
Component:
355100 equipment:other:labels
Summary:
If a gvwr certification label is lost or damaged, freightliner will supply a duplicate label. log on to dtnaconnect.com and under "dtnaconnect resources", select the "tool and services" plus sign. select "request for certification label or
Bulletin:
sbt88001
Component:
162800 structure:body:hood
Summary:
A new design for the s2 grille went into prduction on february 5, 2018. the hood design has also changed slightly to accommodate a different grille fastening strategy. the old grille and hood part part numbers will no longer be produced, an
Bulletin:
sbu88004
Component:
162800 structure:body:hood
Summary:
A new design for the saf-t-liner c2 grille went into prduction on february 5, 2018. the hood design has also changed slightly to accommodate a different grille fastening strategy. the old grille and hood part part numbers will no longer be

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