CarRecallWatchThe 2013 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX has 23 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
2013 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX recalls
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.
School Bus Seat Barriers May Not Protect Riders in a Crash
Certain Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner HDX school buses have forward seat barriers that may not provide sufficient protection to passengers.
Small rear emergency exit label may slow escape
The instruction label for the rear emergency exit window on certain Saf-T-Liner HDX school buses may have lettering that is too small.
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.
Seat Lap Belts May Not Restrain Riders in a Crash
Certain 2013-2018 Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner HDX transit buses may have occupant seat lap belts anchored to the seat instead of the bus structure.
School Bus Seat Lap Belts May Not Restrain Riders in a Crash
Some school buses in this recall have occupant seat lap belts anchored to the seat instead of the bus structure.
Emergency door handle may detach, delaying bus evacuation
The connecting stem between the outside emergency door handle and the emergency door opening mechanism may corrode.
Coolant hose may fail and leak hot coolant inside bus
Certain school buses have a transmission retarder that can raise coolant system pressure enough to fatigue the heater hose.
Coolant hose can fail and leak hot fluid inside bus
Certain Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX school buses have a transmission retarder that can raise coolant system pressure.
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.
Engine oil leak can cause a fire in heavy trucks
A vent tube elbow on the engine's crankcase breather can come loose because of excess crankcase pressure.
Engine oil leak can cause fire in school buses
Certain Saf-T-Liner HDX school buses built from May 2008 to December 2014 with Cummins Westport ISL G engines may have a problem with the engine's crankcase vent tube.
2013 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX questions
Does the 2013 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 23 safety recalls for the 2013 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner HDX: Roof panel joints may separate in a crash; School Bus Seat Barriers May Not Protect Riders in a Crash; Small rear emergency exit label may slow escape; Fire extinguisher may fail to discharge in a fire; Seat Lap Belts May Not Restrain Riders in a Crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
How do I check if a recall on my 2013 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.