Thomas Built Saf-t-liner C2 2010-2013

Model Saf-t-liner C2 made by Thomas Built got 7 recalls as well as 4 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding equipment adaptive and fuel system, diesel. There were some recalls concerningengine and engine cooling and structure.

Car model


Model 2011

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
11V573000DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICAfrom 11/15/2010 to 10/06/2011V (Vehicle)4700MFRDAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA12/05/201112/08/2011
Defect SummaryDaimler trucks (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2011 through 2013 thomas built saf-t-liner school buses built on a freightliner custom chassis b2 chassis from november 15, 2010, through october 6, 2011. the grid heater ground wire may contact the relay power terminal and rub and chafe potentially resulting in a short circuit.
Consequence SummaryAn electrical fault or short circuit may result in a fire.
Corrective SummaryDtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect to ensure the grid heater relay ground wire is correctly routed and modified as required to ensure adequate clearance with the power terminal. the repairs will be performed by dtna dealers free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or about february 1, 2012. owners may contact dtna at 1-800-547-0712.
NotesDtna's recall campaign number is fl-691.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 http://www.safercar.gov .
11V480000DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICAfrom 09/01/2010 to 12/31/2010V (Vehicle)182510/10/2011MFRDAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA09/21/201109/21/2011
Defect SummaryDaimler trucks is recalling certain model year 2011- 2012 thomas built saf-t-liner c2, saf-t-liner mvp-ef, and saf-t-liner hdx school buses manufactured from september 1, 2010, through december 31, 2010, equipped with a cummins isx or isl diesel engine. the v-band clamp assembly, part numbers q187684, q187685, and q187686, used to connect the inlet and outlet cone sections to the diesel oxidation catalyst (doc)/diesel particulate filter (dpf) include a t-bolt which can fracture and fail when subjected to stress or load. a fracture or failure of the t-bolt may cause the clamp to loosen and the inlet or outlet sections attached to the doc/dpf housing to disconnect.
Consequence SummaryIf the inlet or outlet sections disconnect, hot exhaust gases can vent prior to exiting the tailpipe, creating the risk of combustion and a fire. if both clamps fail, there is a risk in some applications that the doc/dpf housing may detach completely, creating a road hazard.
Corrective SummaryDaimler trucks is working with cummins to identify and notify owners of the recall campaign. repairs will be performed by authorized cummins dealers free of charge. the safety recall began on october 10, 2011. owners may contact cummins at 1-812-377-5000 or daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
NotesCummins recall campaign number is c1154.daimler trucks' safety recall number is fl-611.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 http://www.safercar.gov .
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - DIESEL
12V570000Daimler Trucks North Americafrom 03/01/2010 to 07/31/2012V (Vehicle)629601/04/2013MFRDaimler Trucks North America12/11/201212/11/2012
Defect SummaryDaimler trucks north america (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2011 through 2013 thomas built school buses manufactured from march 2010 through july 2012, equipped with cummins isb6.7 diesel engines manufactured from february 16, 2010, through may 4, 2012, containing a fan pulley, part number 3914462. the subject fan pulley is part of the accessory drive system on the front of the engine. this system is used to drive such components as the refrigerant compressors, the radiator fan, and the engine water pump. the web of the pulley can fatigue over time, causing the pulley to fail.
Consequence SummaryIf this occurs, the fan belt may lose engagement of the water pump, allowing the cooling system to overheat. this may result in exceeding temperature limits, potentially disabling the school bus. if the school bus is occupied when it becomes disabled, the occupants would need to exit the vehicle and be transferred to another vehicle, putting them at risk of injury.
Corrective SummaryCummins will notify owners of the recall. repairs will be performed by cummins authorized service facilities. a new fan drive pulley will be installed free of charge. the safety recall began on january 4, 2013. owners may contact cummins at 1-812-377-5000 or dtna at 1-800-547-0712.
NotesDtna's recall campaign number is fl-635.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.
12V572000Daimler Trucks North Americafrom 03/01/2010 to 07/31/2012V (Vehicle)4201/04/2013MFRDaimler Trucks North America12/11/201212/11/2012
Defect SummaryDaimler trucks north america (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2011 through 2013 thomas built non-school buses manufactured from march 2010 through july 2012, equipped with cummins isb6.7 diesel engines manufactured from february 16, 2010, through may 4, 2012, containing a fan pulley, part number 3914462. the subject fan pulley is part of the accessory drive system on the front of the engine. this system is used to drive such components as the refrigerant compressors, the radiator fan, and the engine water pump. the web of the pulley can fatigue over time, causing the pulley to fail.
Consequence SummaryIf this occurs, the fan belt may lose engagement of the water pump, allowing the cooling system to overheat. this may result in exceeding temperature limits, potentially disabling the school bus. if the school bus is occupied when it becomes disabled, the occupants would need to exit the vehicle and be transferred to another vehicle, putting them at risk of injury.
Corrective SummaryCummins will notify owners of the recall. repairs will be performed by cummins authorized service facilities. a new fan drive pulley will be installed free of charge. the safety recall began on january 4, 2013. owners may contact cummins at 1-812-377-5000 or dtna at 1-800-547-0712.
NotesDtna's recall campaign number is fl-635.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.
STRUCTURE - BODY - DOOR - HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
11V517000DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICAfrom 07/26/2011 to 08/09/2011V (Vehicle)90MFRDAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA10/26/201110/27/2011
Defect SummaryDaimler trucks is recalling certain 2011 and 2012 thomas built saf-t-liner c2 school buses manufactured from july 26, 2011, through august 9, 2011, equipped with spectal industries emergency vertical push out windows. incorrect rivets may have been used to attach the handles that an occupant would use to open the window in the event of an emergency. the part numbers for the thomas built buses are: 167977, 167982, 167985, 167990, 168005, 168006, 168025, 168027, 168028, and 168035.
Consequence SummaryIf the handle is actuated during a non-emergency situation and detaches, the emergency window cannot be re-secured, posing a risk that children may fall or climb out. however, if the handle were to detach during an emergency, the exit window will open and egress through the window will not be hindered.
Corrective SummaryDaimler trucks will notify owners, and daimler trucks authorized service facilities will perform the repairs free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or about december 21, 2011. owners may contact daimler trucks at 1-800-547-0712.
NotesDaimler trucks' recall campaign number is fl-617.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 http://www.safercar.gov .
STRUCTURE - BODY - ROOF AND PILLARS
12V297000DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICAfrom 04/05/2011 to 04/23/2012V (Vehicle)16308/22/2012MFRDAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA06/28/201206/28/2012571217
Defect SummaryDaimler trucks north america (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2010 through 2013 thomas built saf-t-liner ef, saf-t-liner hdx, saf-t-liner c2, and minotour non school buses manufactured from april 5, 2011, through april 23, 2012, equipped with specialty manufacturing inc. (smi) prolo roof hatches. increased friction between the rear plate assemblies, p/no. 009327, and the nylon rear pop-up support, p/no. 008956, may result in an opening force of the prolo roof hatches that exceeds federal standard requirements. thus, these hatches fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 217, bus emergency exits and window retention and release.
Consequence SummaryIn the event of an emergency, egress of the bus may be hindered possibly resulting in injury to the vehicle occupants.
Corrective SummaryThomas built buses will notify owners. smi will provide service kits along with repair instructions to dealers and owners, free of charge. the safety recall began on august 22, 2012. owners may contact thomas built buses at 1-336-889-4871 or smi at 1-800-951-7867.
NotesDtna
12V296000DAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICAfrom 04/05/2011 to 04/23/2012V (Vehicle)131208/22/2012MFRDAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA06/28/201206/28/2012571217
Defect SummaryDaimler trucks north america (dtna) is recalling certain model year 2010 through 2013 thomas built saf-t-liner ef, saf-t-liner hdx, saf-t-liner c2, and minotour school buses manufactured from april 5, 2011, through april 23, 2012, equipped with specialty manufacturing inc. (smi) prolo roof hatches. increased friction between the rear plate assemblies, p/no. 009327, and the nylon rear pop-up support, p/no. 008956, may result in an opening force of the prolo roof hatches that exceeds federal standard requirements. thus, these hatches fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 217, bus emergency exits and window retention and release.
Consequence SummaryIn the event of an emergency, egress of the bus may be hindered possibly resulting in injury to the vehicle occupants.
Corrective SummaryThomas built buses will notify owners. smi will provide service kits along with repair instructions to dealers and owners, free of charge. the safety recall began on august 22, 2012. owners may contact thomas built buses at 1-336-889-4871 or smi at 1-800-951-7867.
NotesDtna

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE
PAB-04410/19/201210049139Thomas built buses: procedural information regarding three new, protective, corrosion coatings, tuffcoat, edge cover, underguard, against de-icing chemicals, excessive wear, and road debris to address needs to buses. saf-t-liner c2. no01/09/2013
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY
SB-49-509/01/201210046720Thomas built: when diesel exhaust fluid (def) system sits for extended length of time, the tank may crystallize around float on def level sending unit tube and needs cleaning or it can cause float to stick. model saf-t-liner c2. no mode10/17/2012
(PWS)
SB-20-907/01/201210045180Thomas built buses: gentech low coolant level sensors, with mounted surge tanks, are misdiagnosed due to fault code during temporary low coolant level in surge tank during engine warm up. *pe08/21/2012
VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER - SWITCH/WIRING
GI-54-909/01/201110041593Thomas bus: windshield wipers malfunctions causing the wipers to have an unintended cycle. *pe10/11/2011