2005 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2
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Recalls
16 recalls name the 2005 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2. Newest first.
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…
Risk and remedy
Risk
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
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.
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
In the event of a crash, an unsecured wheelchair may increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
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.
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
In the event of a crash, an unsecured wheelchair may increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
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.
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…
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
Remedy
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.
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…
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
Remedy
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.
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
An electric fault or short circuit of an un-fused power cable may result in a vehicle fire.
Remedy
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.
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…
Risk and remedy
Risk
A brake fluid leak may reduce braking performance increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The stop lamps may not properly indicate that the service brakes are applied which may lead to a crash without warning.
Remedy
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.
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
It may be possible for items such as drawstrings and straps to become caught on the handrails potentially leading to injury or death.
Remedy
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.
Daimler trucks north america (dtna) IS recalling 24,650 school and non-school buses, motor home chassis, and trucks manufactured from march 9, 2004 through august 18, 2006, equipped with epa04 certified mbe900 engines, manufactured by detroit diesel between march 1, 2004, and july 31, 2006. the high pressure fuel lines and transfer tubes may fatigue and…
Risk and remedy
Risk
A fractured fuel line may leak diesel fuel possibly resulting in a fire or fuel may be spilled on the road causing a slippery surface, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Detroit diesel will notify owners and the vehicles will be repaired with more robust lines and vibration dampers free of charge. repairs will be performed by authorized detroit diesel distributorships. the recall began on march 9, 2009. owners may contact detroit diesel 1-313-592-3708 or dtna toll-free at 1-800-547-0712 for more information.
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…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Inoperative brake lamps would not provide a signal to following drivers that the brakes are applied and a crash may occur.
Remedy
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.
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…
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
Remedy
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.
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…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Should the threshold warning system fail to operate, the lift user can fall from the vehicle and be seriously injured.
Remedy
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.
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…
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
Remedy
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.
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…
Risk and remedy
Risk
This could result in fuel spillage during or after a vehicle crash possibly resulting in a fire.
Remedy
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.
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
Remedy
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.
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Stop Lamps Intermittent
This investigation was opened after ODI was contacted by a fleet alleging that in certain situations, such as a light brake peal application during a low speed operation, the brake lamps fail to illuminate on the rear of the bus.ODI confirmed the problem with two fleets.On April 29, 2010, Daimler filed a defect report…
This investigation was opened after ODI was contacted by a fleet alleging that in certain situations, such as a light brake peal application during a low speed operation, the brake lamps fail to illuminate on the rear of the bus.ODI confirmed the problem with two fleets.On April 29, 2010, Daimler filed a defect report concerning this issue. The stop lamps may be intermittent during light brake applications.They are still evaluating the remedial program and will furnish this information to ODI when it is available. This safety recallresolves the issue raised by this investigation. Hence, this investigation is closed.
- Improper handrail installation
This investigation was opened aftera school bus district informed odi that during a new businspection the handrails were found to be mounted too close to the bottom step of the bus and failed the drawstring test.(the drawstring test was developed in the early 90'S to ensure that children's drawstrings would not get…
This investigation was opened aftera school bus district informed odi that during a new businspection the handrails were found to be mounted too close to the bottom step of the bus and failed the drawstring test.(the drawstring test was developed in the early 90'S to ensure that children's drawstrings would not get caught in the handrail while exiting the bus.)several other new buses were inspected and they also failed the test. Daimler took immediate action to confirm the problem and determine the scope. Odi has a prior history with this type of failure and opened a pe to further evaluate the report. Of particular concern was the scope of the improper handrail installations.during the investigation, odi visited school bus fleets andarea dealers and inspected suspect buses.odi found that there were inconsistencies with the mounting of the lower portion of the handrails.this resulted in inadequate clearances between the last step and the bulkhead (wall of the bus), creating a place for a drawstring to become entangled.these findings were relayed back to daimler/thomas built buses.after discussions with odi and further review of the field incidents, daimler decided to conduct a safety recall.they will order the inspection of suspect buses and repairs, as necessary, to ensure proper installation of the handrails on the affected vehicles.this recall resolves the issues raised by this investigation. Therefore, this investigation IS closed.
- Emergency door handle failure
The office of defects investigation opened this preliminary evaluationafterbecoming aware that fleets were having handle failures on the rear emergency door exit.the failure resulted in the door handle separating from thedoor latch mechanism.when the handle fails, the rear emergency exit door can not be opened from…
The office of defects investigation opened this preliminary evaluationafterbecoming aware that fleets were having handle failures on the rear emergency door exit.the failure resulted in the door handle separating from thedoor latch mechanism.when the handle fails, the rear emergency exit door can not be opened from outside the bus.the failure results from corrosion of the exterior door handle around the securing roll pin and square drive latch mechanism, causing the protective finish to chip and flake.continued corrosion weakens the handle and eventually the handle may break while trying to open the exit door.odi was concerned that during an emergency, a person outside of the bus would break the door handle while trying to open the emergency exit door,potentially delaying evacuation of the bus.under the safety recall, the aluminum handles will be replaced with a more robust handle.the recall action resolves the issues raised by this investigation. Accordingly, this investigation IS closed.
- Inadvertent door closing
This investigation was opened based on four fleets contacting odi alleging multiple events where the front entrance door unexpectedly closed while loading and discharging children.when this occurs, the bus warning lights (red warning lamps and stop arm lamps) are de-activated, since they operate off the door…
This investigation was opened based on four fleets contacting odi alleging multiple events where the front entrance door unexpectedly closed while loading and discharging children.when this occurs, the bus warning lights (red warning lamps and stop arm lamps) are de-activated, since they operate off the door control.odi ?s concern was that children may still be crossing the road and be in the path of traffic should this event occur.as a result of this investigation, freightliner submitted a safety recall to repair approximately 11,359 model year 2005 through 2008 saf-t-liners.this recall covers the entire model C2 population, introduced by thomas in 2005.all owners (and fleets) will be notified upon the final validation of a permanent solution.freightliner believes that the problem stems from incorrect electrical signals being sent to the door control mechanism. This would cause the doors to open or close unexpectedly without input from the driver.freightliner estimates that the dealers will be notified approximately july 16, 2007. This resolves the issue raised by this investigation. Accordingly, this investigation IS closed.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10207465Revised Thomas Built Buses Service Bulletin for Tie-Rod and Drag-Link Ball-Stud Cover Deterioration. Minor note: added an update of document previously submitted. The related VMRS codes are added
- 10193744Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on RH 3 POS Switch for Electric Operated Entrance Door
- 10193743Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Lettering Changes - Notification
- 10193742Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Axial Mounted Air Disc Brake Caliper for Saf-T-Liner C2
- 10193741Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Hankook DH37 Drive Tire/ Spare Tire
- 10193738Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Heater Hose Changes
- 10193736Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on National Drivers Seat Update
- 10193735Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Jouley Warranty Update
- 10193734Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on MY2020 DD5 Engine Updates
- 10193733Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Defender Composite Stop Arm Changes
- 10193727Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on C2 Backup Camera Package Changes
- 10193726Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Buy America Cummins B6.7 Engine
- 10193723Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Roof Top Lettering (Addendum)
- 10193722Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on 12V Outlets Update
- 10193721Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Defender Electric Crossing Arm
- 10193720Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Alcoa Wheel Update C2
- 10193719Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on ESC on C2 with PSI LPG Engine and Hydraulic Brakes
- 10193716Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Power Outlet
- 10193713Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Auto Reversing Door Update C2
- 10193702Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Data Book Update
- 10193699Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on LPG Update
- 10193698Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on DD5 Piston Standardization
- 10193697Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Lettering Update
- 10193696Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Allison 7 Year Warranty
- 10193687Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Cummins 6.7L Update - Radiator
- 10193685Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Alternator Update C2
- 10193684Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Suspension Auto-Reversing Door
- 10193682Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Freedman Seating Update
- 10193679Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Hendrickson Tapered Leaf Springs
- 10193677Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Slide n Click Update
- 10193676Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Next Generation PV360
- 10193650Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on New Standard C2 Black Grille
- 10193649Thomas Built Buses Product Awareness Bulletin on Allison 2550 PTS w/ Detroit Engine (DD5)
- 10187830Revised Technical Service Letter for Series 60 and Series 50 Camshaft Timing Specifications. Camshaft timing, valve lash, injector height, and Jake Brake lash are all very important specifications that must be followed closely in order to optimize the performance and service life of any Detroit Diesel engine.
- 10184787Thomas Built Buses Service Bulletin for Axle Flange Gasket Replaced with O-Ring. Daimler Trucks North America has released a new axle shaft to hub rubber O-ring (part number 11-30728-000) as a replacement for the paper gasket (part number 11-14418-000). The new O-ring will provide better sealing and is reusable. It is quicker and easier to use compared to the paper gasket, because using a paper gasket requires cleaning the hub when the axle shaft is removed.
- 10181760Thomas Built Bus Service Bulletin for When troubleshooting powernet issues, use the BCT-460DTNA PowerNet Assessment Tool. As of May 29, 2018, the AutoMeter is the only Daimler-approved tool for troubleshooting vehicle powernet issues.
- 10160776sbt54024 ICU Odometer Programming
- 10160769sbt54025 Powernet Troubleshooting Guide Batteries, Path, Alternator, and Starter
- 10160768Service Bulletin-sb60163 Adding Floor Support for Vehicles with Automatic or Automated Transmissions
- 10158102Service Solution: 1033979 TBB Main Harness wiring improvement Recall
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