CarRecallWatchThe 2025 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 has 14 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
2025 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 recalls
School Bus Body Joints May Be Too Weak in a Crash
Certain Thomas Built SAF-T-LINER school buses may have wheelhouse body interior joints that were manufactured incorrectly, so the joints may not have enough strength.
Fuel Leak Risk in a Crash Prompts School Bus Recall
Certain 2024 through 2027 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses may have a diesel fuel tank cage and fuel system mounting that are incompatible.
Diesel Fuel Tank Mounts May Leak in a Crash, Raising Fire Risk
Certain 2024 through 2027 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 transit buses may have a fuel tank cage material and fuel system mounting that are incompatible.
School Bus Warning Lights and Stop Arm May Not Activate
Certain 2024-2027 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 school buses may have software that misreads contact with the door switch as a signal to turn off.
Brake Caliper Bolts May Loosen and Detach
Brake caliper mounting bolts on certain school buses may loosen and detach.
School Buses Can Lose Steering Control From Loose Tie Rod Parts
Certain 2025-2026 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner school buses (C2, HDX, EFX, and C2 Jouley models) may have a tie rod castle nut and cotter pin that were not installed properly.
Overheating AC Ground Cable Can Cause Bus Fire
The ground cable for the air conditioning system on these school buses may have been improperly installed, so it can overheat.
Air conditioning ground cable may overheat and cause fire
Certain 2025 Saf-T-Liner C2 transit buses may have an air conditioning system ground cable that was improperly installed.
School Bus Exit Alarm May Not Sound When Hatch Is Open
Certain school buses may have an emergency warning alarm that does not sound when an emergency hatch or window is open.
Steering Tie Rod Can Crack and Cause Loss of Steering Control
Certain front axle tie rod ball joint studs may crack and break, which can cause the tie rod to separate from the steering system.
Wheel Hub Fasteners May Loosen, Risking Wheel Detachment
Certain 2025 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 and EFX school buses may have wheel hub fasteners that loosen over time.
Wheels Can Loosen and Detach, Risking Loss of Control
Certain 2025 Freightliner Custom Chassis vehicles may have wheel hub fasteners that loosen over time.
Parking brake seal can crack, causing brake failure or unexpected engagement
A rubber ball seal inside the Intellipark Park Valve Module (PVM) may fracture and cause a leak.
School Bus Rear Joint May Fail in a Crash
Certain 2024 and 2025 Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner C2 and C2 Jouley school buses may have a rear interior joint between the bulkhead and window panel that was built incorrectly.
2025 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 questions
Does the 2025 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 14 safety recalls for the 2025 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2: School Bus Body Joints May Be Too Weak in a Crash; Fuel Leak Risk in a Crash Prompts School Bus Recall; Diesel Fuel Tank Mounts May Leak in a Crash, Raising Fire Risk; School Bus Warning Lights and Stop Arm May Not Activate; Brake Caliper Bolts May Loosen and Detach. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
How do I check if a recall on my 2025 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.