CarRecallWatchThe 2006 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX has 9 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes, Air (1 report).
2006 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX 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 Lift Platform Can Fall Out of Bus Doors
Certain Thomas Built transit buses with Ricon wheelchair lifts may have folding link arms with pivot holes that are too large.
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 2006 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX problems
Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 |
What owners report
BUSES MANUFACTURED IN SUCH A WAY THAT FRONT HUB PILOTED WHEELS CANNOT BE CENTERED ON HUB CREATING EXCESSIVE VIBRATION AT ALL SPEEDS AND CAUSING AN UNSAFE CONDITION. ADDITIONALLY BRAKES ON THE SAME BUSES ARE CONTINUALLY REPORTED AS BEING EXCESSIVELY LOUD AND VIBRATING SEVERELY WHEN APPLIED. BRAKES POSSIBLY RELATED TO UNCENTERED WHEELS. PROBLEM REPORTED TO MANUFACTURED/DEALER NUMEROUS TIMES WITH NO RESOLUTION. *TR
2006 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX questions
Does the 2006 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 9 safety recalls for the 2006 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX: Fire extinguisher may fail to discharge in a fire; Wheelchair Lift Platform Can Fall Out of Bus Doors; Wheelchair Lift Platform Can Fall Out When Doors Open; Emergency Door Handle May Detach, Delaying Bus Evacuation; Bus Emergency Door Handle May Detach, Delaying Evacuation. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX?
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Air (1), Wheels (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2006 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX 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.