CarRecallWatchThe 2019 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner EFX has 10 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
2019 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner EFX 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.
Roof panel joints may separate in a crash
Certain Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner EFX and HDX school buses have an exterior roof panel that was made with insufficient joint strength.
Bus Seat Frames May Crack and Fail to Secure Riders
Certain Thomas Built school buses equipped with 39-inch S3C seat frames and 3-point flex seatbelts may develop cracks in the passenger seat frames from fatigue.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
2019 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner EFX questions
Does the 2019 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner EFX have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 10 safety recalls for the 2019 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner EFX: Emergency exit labels may be too small to read; Roof panel joints may separate in a crash; Bus Seat Frames May Crack and Fail to Secure Riders; Loose Brake Caliper Bolts Can Reduce Braking on School Buses; School Bus Seats May Not Absorb Crash Impact. 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 EFX has been fixed?
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