Recalls for 2024 Thomas Built Buses Saf-t-liner C2 Jouley
9 total recalls found.
DEFECT #1 - STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Posted on: 2023-04-10Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2023 thomas built buses saf-t-liner saf-t-liner c2 jouley, thomas built buses saf-t-liner efx, thomas built buses saf-t-liner hdx, thomas built buses chassis and 2023-2024 school bus chassis school buses. The tie rod may be missing a fastener, allowing the steer arm to detach.
Consequence
A detached steering arm can result in a sudden loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will inspect and repair or replace the tie rod assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed august 11, 2023. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl970.
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. Nhtsa. Gov
DEFECT #2 - STRUCTURE:BODY
Posted on: 2023-12-14Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2024-2025 thomas built saf-t-liner c2 and 2024 thomas built saf-t-liner c2 jouley school buses. A rear interior joint between the bulkhead and window panel 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.
Consequence
A school bus with insufficient joint strength may not adequately protect passengers in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will add additional mechanical fasteners to secure the joints, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed january 26, 2024. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl986.
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. Nhtsa. Gov
DEFECT #3 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Posted on: 2024-08-01Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain thomas built buses 2024-2025 saf-t-liner c2 and saf-t-liner c2 jouley school buses. The ground cable for the air conditioning system may have been improperly installed and overheat.
Consequence
An overheated ground cable can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and repair the ground cable connection, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed september 11, 2024. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 800-745-8000. Dtna's number for this recall is f1008.
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
DEFECT #4 - STRUCTURE:EMERGENCY:ESCAPE/EGRESS/EXIT
Posted on: 2024-06-27Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2023-2025 thomas built buses saf-t-liner c2 and 2024-2025 thomas built buses saf-t-liner c2 jouley school buses. The audible emergency warning alarm sounds may not activate when the emergency hatch or window is open. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 217, bus emergency exits and window retention and release.
Consequence
An inaudible alarm that fails to warn the driver of an open emergency exit can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will update the emergency sound software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed august 22, 2024. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is f1004.
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. Nhtsa. Gov
DEFECT #5 - STRUCTURE:EMERGENCY:ESCAPE/EGRESS/EXIT
Posted on: 2024-06-27Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2023-2025 thomas built buses saf-t-liner c2 and 2024-2025 thomas built buses saf-t-liner c2 jouley school buses. The audible emergency warning alarm sounds may not activate when the emergency hatch or window is open. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 217, bus emergency exits and window retention and release.
Consequence
An inaudible alarm that fails to warn the driver of an open emergency exit can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will update the emergency sound software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed august 22, 2024. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is f1004.
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. Nhtsa. Gov
DEFECT #6 - PARKING BRAKE
Posted on: 2024-05-14Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2024-2025 thomas built saf-t-liner c2 and saf-t-liner c2 jouley school buses. The rubber ball seal in the intellipark park valve modules (pvm) may fracture and cause a leak, which can result in park brake failure or unexpected park brake engagement while driving.
Consequence
Park brake failure or unexpected park brake engagement while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the intellipark pvm, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed august 2, 2024. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is f1000.
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. Nhtsa. Gov
DEFECT #7 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:INVERTER
Posted on: 2023-12-26Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2024 thomas built saf-t-liner c2 jouley and 2023-2024 fccc mt50e electric transit buses. The high voltage inverter cable may not be secured properly, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Consequence
A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and tighten the fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed february 1, 2024. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl987.
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. Nhtsa. Gov
DEFECT #8 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:INVERTER
Posted on: 2023-12-26Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2024 thomas built saf-t-liner c2 jouley and 2023-2024 fccc mt50e electric transit buses. The high voltage inverter cable may not be secured properly, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Consequence
A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and tighten the fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed february 1, 2024. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl987.
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. Nhtsa. Gov
DEFECT #9 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:INVERTER
Posted on: 2023-12-15Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2021-2025 thomas built saf-t-liner c2 jouley electric school buses. The high voltage inverter cable may not be secured properly, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Consequence
A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and tighten the fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed starting february 1, 2024. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl987.
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. Nhtsa. Gov
