CarRecallWatchThe 2008 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 has 27 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Parking Brake (1 report).
2008 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.
Wheelchair May Not Stay Secured in a Crash
Certain Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses from model years 2005 through 2012 may have a wheelchair pocket track anchorage that does not adequately secure a wheelchair.
Wheelchair May Not Stay Secured in a Crash
Certain 2005-2012 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 transit buses have a wheelchair pocket track anchorage that may not adequately secure a wheelchair.
Wheelchair Lift Platform Can Fall Out When Doors Open
Certain Thomas Built school buses from model years 2006 to 2015 have wheelchair lifts with folding link arms whose pivot holes may be too large.
Emergency Door Handle May Detach, Delaying Bus Evacuation
On certain school buses, the stem linking the outside emergency door handle to the emergency door opening mechanism can corrode.
Bus Emergency Door Handle May Detach, Delaying Evacuation
The stem connecting the outside emergency door handle to the emergency door opening mechanism may corrode.
Most common 2008 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 problems
Problem areas named in the 5 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Parking Brake | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 1 |
| Seats | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
What owners report
THERE IS A PLASTIC FITTING AT THE REAR HEATER THAT IS FAILING WHICH CAUSES HOT ANTI-FREEZE TO SPILL INTO THE PASSENGER AREA OF THE SCHOOL BUS. THIS HAS HAPPENED ON THREE BUSES IN THE PAST TWO WEEKS. HOT ANTI-FREEZE CAN CAUSE INJURY TO THE STUDENTS THAT ARE BEING TRANSPORTED.
THE CONTACT HAS A FLEET THAT INCLUDES 18 MY2000-2008 THOMAS SCHOOL BUSES. ALL HAVE EXHIBITED MULTIPLE FAILURES TO PASSENGER SEATBACKS; THE SEAT PAN BECOMES DETACHED FROM THE SEAT FRAME. THE CONTACT IS CONCERNED THAT A DAMAGED SEAT MAY NOT PERFORM ITS ROLE IN COMPARTMENTALIZATION AS INTENDED BY FMVSS 222. THE CONTACT FURTHER ALLEGED THAT SEATS WHICH HAVE RECEIVED THE REMEDY DESCRIBED IN THOMAS SERVICE BULLETIN 16A (SEATBACK PAN IS RIVETED TO SEAT FRAME) ARE NO LESS LIKELY TO FAIL AGAIN AND MANY OF THEM HAVE. OTHER NON-THOMAS SCHOOL BUSES IN HIS FLEET DO NOT EXPERIENCE THIS PROBLEM.
IN THE PROCESS OF REPLACING THE EMERGENCY EXIT DOORS ON THE 2007-2008 MODEL SAF-T-LINER C2 BUSES OWNED BY SC DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION THE FLEET DISCOVERED CORROSION RELATED DEGRADATION OF SHAFT TO THE OUTSIDE DOOR HANDLE. IT IS BELIEVED THAT WATER IS GETTING PAST THE FOAM WASHER POSITIONED BETWEEN THE EXTERIOR HANDLE AND THE DOOR SKIN. THE CONTACT IS CONCERNED THAT DEGRADATION TO THE STRENGTH OF THE SHAFT COULD CAUSE IT TO FAIL IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY AND DELAY EVACUATION. UPDATED 02/17/12 *BF UPDATED 02/22/12
AS THE BUS DRIVER PULLED INTO THE BUS GARAGE, HE NOTICED HIS BRAKE WARNING LIGHT ON. I CHECKED THE BRAKE FLUID AND FOUND IT LOW. I APPLIED CONSTANT PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE PEDAL THEN INSPECTED THE BRAKE SYSTEM. THE BRAKE LINE RUNNING DOWN FROM THE MASTER CYLINDER INSIDE THE FRAME RAIL WAS LEAKING. THIS LINE HAD A HOLE RUBBED IN IT BY THE FUEL LINE COMING FROM THE WATER SEPARATOR. THE FUEL LINE WAS ROUTED ACROSS THE TOP OF THE BRAKE LINE ALLOWING IT TO RUB. AFTER REPAIRING THIS BUS I INSPECTED OUR THREE OTHER C2'S WITH THE SAME CAT ENGINE COMBINATION AND FOUND THE FUEL LINE LAYING ON THE BRAKE LINE IN THE SAME LOCATION. NO CHAFING WAS FOUND ON THESE BUSES. I TIGHTENED THE FITTING ON THE WATER
BUS BRAKE INTERLOCK WILL NOT RELEASE, MUST BYPASS BRAKE SWITCH TO MOVE BUS FROM ROADWAY AFTER STUDENT PICKUP. HAPPENS INTERMITTENTLY ,WITHOUT WARNING. HAVE TO REPLACE AMU BRAKE SWITCH BLOCK, PART #A12-19776-010-01. TO CORRECT. BUS ONLY HAS 21,485 MILES .HAVE 6 BUSES WITH SIMILAR MILEAGE, HAVE REPLACED 3 TO DATE. HAVE REPLACED WITH IDENTICAL PART AS ORIGINAL, FEEL PROBLEM WILL REOCCUR. HAVE TALKED TO OTHER SCHOOL DISTRICTS WITH MULTIPLE PROBLEMS. IS VERY DANGEROUS DO TO LOCATION THAT PROBLEM COULD OCCUR SUCH AS BUSY TWO LANE HIGHWAY. *TR
2008 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 questions
Does the 2008 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 27 safety recalls for the 2008 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2: Fire extinguisher may fail to discharge in a fire; Wheelchair May Not Stay Secured in a Crash; Wheelchair May Not Stay Secured in a Crash; Wheelchair Lift Platform Can Fall Out When Doors Open; Emergency Door Handle May Detach, Delaying Bus Evacuation. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2?
Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Parking Brake (1), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (1), Latches/Locks/Linkages (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2008 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 has been fixed?
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