Recall 16V712000: 2017 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Oct 5, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- 162
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2017 Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 school bus chassis manufactured November 25, 2015, through April 27, 2016. The brake transmission shift interlock feature may be inoperable making it possible to shift into a drive gear without first pressing the brake pedal.
The risk
This condition can result in the vehicle moving unintentionally or rolling away, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
The fix
DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle's software, free of charge. The recall began on November 1, 2016. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-726.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 16V712000
- Manufacturer campaign
- FL-726
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Trucks North America LLC
- Owner letters
- Nov 1, 2016
- Components
- Power train:automatic transmission:park/neutral start interlock switch (Transmission & Drivetrain); Service brakes (Brakes)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology