CarRecallWatchThe 2003 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Fuel System, Gasoline (1 report).
2003 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 recalls
Fire extinguisher may fail to discharge in a fire
Certain school buses from model years 2002 and 2003 are equipped with Kidde plastic-handle or push-button fire extinguishers that may become clogged.
Most common 2003 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 problems
Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 |
What owners report
UNDERBODY CNG FUEL CYLINDER(S) WERE DISCOVERED TO HAVE BEEN ORIGINALLY INSTALLED WITH INSUFFICIENT OVERHEAD CLEARANCE. THE FORWARD MOST CYLINDER (1 OF 5) WAS MOUNTED WITH AN INTERFERENCE FIT AGAINST SUPPORTING STRUCTURE. CYLINDER WRAPPING WAS DAMAGED. OTHER CYLINDERS ON THIS AND SIMILAR THOMAS TRANSIT SCHOOL BUSES HAVE BEEN FOUND WITH WELL UNDER THE .5 INCH CLEARANCE RECOMMENDED BY DOT, CHP, AND THE NGV INDUSTRY. THE BUS MANUFACTURER DECLINED TO ADDRESS THE OEM DESIGN DEFECT, SUBSEQUENT CYLINDER DAMAGE, AND IMMINENT SAFETY CONCERN, ON THIS SCHOOL BUS DUE TO ITS BEING OUT OF STANDARD WARRANTY. LATER MODEL YEAR THOMAS CNG TRANSIT BUSES USE SIMILAR METHODS OF CYLINDER MOUNTING.
2003 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 questions
Does the 2003 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2003 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2: Fire extinguisher may fail to discharge in a fire; Structure:Body:Door:Hinge And Attachments; Equipment Adaptive/Mobility; Service Brakes, Air:Supply:Check Valve. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2?
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel System, Gasoline (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2003 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.