CarRecallWatchThe 2022 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 has 12 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Visibility (2 reports).
2022 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.
Switch May Fail, Causing Loss of Drive Power, Steering, or Lights
Certain 2021-2023 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 JOULEY school buses are equipped with an automatic low voltage disconnect switch that may fail.
School Bus Rear Joint May Fail in a Crash
A rear interior joint on these school buses may have been built incorrectly, so the joint may not be strong enough.
Engine May Shut Down Unexpectedly, Raising Crash Risk
Certain 2020-2023 Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses with 8.8L LPG engines may set a fault code in the engine control module (ECM).
Gas Pedal Can Get Trapped by Floor Mat, Causing Unintended Acceleration
The accelerator pedal on certain buses may be misaligned and can wear a hole into the floor mat.
Parking Brake Switch May Fail, Allowing Unintended Movement
The parking brake activation switch on certain Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses may fail to set the parking brake.
Loose Steering Tie Rod Clamps Can Cause Steering Loss
Certain school buses have tie rod clamps that may be loose.
Steering bolts may fracture, risking loss of steering
Certain 2021-2022 Saf-T-Liner C2, EFX, and HDX school buses may have a steering arm and tie rod bolt with a defective seam.
Loose or missing brake tie bar can cause crash risk
On certain 2022 school buses, the fasteners holding the brake caliper tie bar on the front steer axles may not have been properly tightened, or the tie bar may not have been installed at all.
Loose or Missing Brake Caliper Tie Bar Can Raise Crash Risk
On certain heavy trucks and buses, the fasteners that hold the hydraulic brake caliper tie bar on the front steer axle may not have been properly tightened, and in some cases the tie bar may not have been installed at all.
Most common 2022 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 problems
Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Visibility | 2 |
| Lane Departure | 1 |
What owners report
This is a preventative complaint. In my opinion, all the Thomas Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses have a serious blind spot due to the location of the driver's side mirrors. When pulling up to an intersection, or stop sign, the driver has to bend forward and backward to see past the mirror for oncoming traffic. I brought this issue up earlier with the manufacturer representative, and he said they would look into it, but no changes have been made or any retro-fit kits to move mirrors.
2022 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 questions
Does the 2022 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 12 safety recalls for the 2022 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; Switch May Fail, Causing Loss of Drive Power, Steering, or Lights; School Bus Rear Joint May Fail in a Crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2?
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Visibility (2), Lane Departure (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2022 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 has been fixed?
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