CarRecallWatchThe 2019 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 has 24 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
2019 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 recalls
Emergency exit labels may be too small to read
Certain Thomas Built school buses from 2019 to 2022 have emergency exit labels with lettering that is too small and may be difficult to read.
Emergency Exit Door Fasteners May Loosen on School Buses
Certain Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner C2 and Saf-T-Liner Jouley school buses may have emergency exit door fasteners that loosen and detach.
Emergency Exit Door Fasteners May Loosen, Risking Unexpected Opening
Fasteners that hold the emergency exit door on these school-type transit buses may loosen and detach.
Engine Software May Fail to Limit Speed or Torque, Raising Crash Risk
The engine control module software in certain school buses with Cummins B6.7N engines may be calibrated incorrectly.
Loose Brake Caliper Bolts Can Reduce Braking on School Buses
Some 2019-2020 Saf-T-Liner HDX, EFX, and C2 school buses equipped with air disc brakes may have brake caliper mounting bolts that were not tightened enough at the factory.
School Bus Seats May Not Absorb Crash Impact
Certain Thomas Built school buses from 2014 through 2020 may have been built with seats that use styrene blocks in the back support that may not absorb enough impact in some areas around the steel seat frame.
Loose Torque Converter Bolts Can Disable School Bus
Certain 2017-2020 Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses with Detroit DD5 engines and Allison transmissions may have flex-plate and torque converter fasteners that were not tightened sufficiently.
Roof emergency hatch handle can break, blocking outside exit
The external handle on the roof escape hatch of certain school buses can break during normal use.
Roof emergency hatch handle may break, blocking exit
The external handle on the roof emergency escape hatch may break unexpectedly during normal use.
Rear brakes may drag and overheat, risking smoke or fire
The driver-side rear brakes on certain school buses fitted with Bendix air disc brakes may drag, meaning they can stay partially applied when the driver is not pressing the pedal.
Loose Brake Caliper Bolts Can Reduce Braking
Some 2019 Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses with air disc brakes may have brake caliper mounting bolts that were not tightened enough at the factory.
Steering Assist Can Be Lost if Hose Separates
On certain 2019-2020 Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses built on an FCCC chassis, the clamp on the steering gear return hose may have been installed improperly.
Some School Buses May Lack Anti-Lock Brakes, Raising Crash Risk
Some of these school buses may have been built without the anti-lock braking system (ABS) control module.
Bus Engine Can Shut Off Due to Overloaded Auxiliary Outlet
Certain 2019-2020 Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses with an optional auxiliary power outlet have a wiring problem.
Bus Engine Can Shut Off and Not Restart, Raising Crash Risk
Certain school buses with an optional auxiliary power outlet can have an electrical overload on that circuit.
Loose Steering Tie Rod Bolts Can Cause Loss of Steering
Certain 2018-2019 Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner school buses (HDX, C2, and EFX models, equipped with Detroit Axle axles) may have loose steering tie rod arm bolts.
Bus Roof Adhesive May Weaken Roof Joint in Rollover
Certain school buses have roof header adhesive that may not have been properly applied during manufacturing.
Roof Adhesive May Weaken Bus Roof in Rollover
Certain 2017-2019 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 transit buses may have had roof adhesive applied improperly to the roof header.
Loose Brake Caliper Bolts Can Reduce Braking
Some 2018-2019 Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner C2, EFX and HDX school buses may have brake caliper mounting bolts that were not tightened enough during assembly.
Wheelchair Lift May Stop Above Floor, Risking Injury
The wheelchair lift positioning input cam may fail while the lift is in use, allowing the platform to travel higher than the vehicle's floor height.
School Bus Seats May Pull Loose From Floor in a Crash
Certain 2017-2019 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses have seats where the seat's foot may pull through the bolted joint at the bus floor during a crash.
School Bus Brake Caliper Bolts May Loosen, Reducing Braking
Certain 2017-2019 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner school buses equipped with air disc brakes may have brake caliper mounting bolts that were not tightened enough.
Battery Cable May Rub and Short, Causing Fire Risk
Certain 2018-2019 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 transit buses, equipped with two 8D batteries, may have inadequate clearance between the battery power cable and the battery hold-down bracket.
Propane Line Can Chafe and Leak, Creating Fire Risk
On certain Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses with propane engines, the propane fuel line may contact the J-hook body support bracket.
2019 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 questions
Does the 2019 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 24 safety recalls for the 2019 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2: Emergency exit labels may be too small to read; Emergency Exit Door Fasteners May Loosen on School Buses; Emergency Exit Door Fasteners May Loosen, Risking Unexpected Opening; Engine Software May Fail to Limit Speed or Torque, Raising Crash Risk; Loose Brake Caliper Bolts Can Reduce Braking on School Buses. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
How do I check if a recall on my 2019 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 has been fixed?
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