NHTSA recall 23V670000
Structure › Emergency › Escape/egress/exit › Latching/release system
Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2
Reported Oct 3, 2023173 vehicles affectedDaimler Trucks North America, LLCMaker’s number FL982
The defect
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC. (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019-2024 Thomas Built SAF-T-LINER C2 transit buses. The fasteners for the emergency exit door may loosen and detach, which can allow the emergency exit door to open unexpectedly.
The risk
An emergency exit door opening unexpectedly can increase the risk of an injury.
The remedy
Dealers will inspect and tighten the fasteners for the emergency exit door, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 1, 2023. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL982.